playmaker

Example Sentences

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Cole Palmer, the Chelsea playmaker who was named Best Player at last summer’s Club World Cup, was among those left out of England’s squad.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 17, 2026

At times, he takes up positions that directly diminish Vinicius or playmaker Jude Bellingham.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026

Pochettino’s preferred formation uses a three-man back line but he has no one on the roster who can match Richards as the anchor, defensive organizer and playmaker during buildups.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Next to him in central midfield was Spanish playmaker Cesc Fabregas - who notched up an incredible 111 assists and 50 goals across 350 Premier League appearances for Arsenal and Chelsea.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

When she had gone, the playmaker sat for a long while in meditation; and then smilingly he took up his pen.

From The Certain Hour by Cabell, James Branch