striker

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Former Celtic and Crystal Palace striker Odsonne Edouard, Lens' top scorer this season, headed in two near-identical goals, both assisted by left-back Matthieu Udol.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Ousmane Dembele has moved from a striker position to the right wing before dropping deep to get the ball unmarked.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Tuchel handed opportunities to Leeds United striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Tottenham's Dominic Solanke in Kane's absence last month but neither was able to make a lasting impression.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

He experimented with Tim Weah at outside back, where he has played for his club teams, and tried unsuccessfully to shake Christian Pulisic out of a career-long scoreless streak by playing him as a striker.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

The point is I’m the quickest striker in the league and on earth.

From "Booked" by Kwame Alexander