striker

Example Sentences

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The team’s main weakness lies in finishing, as Lyle Foster is their only striker, and if he doesn’t perform well, the South African side will suffer.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

For former France striker Louis Saha, the star showing from Olise was "what we expect from such a player" - and he has a big target in mind.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Heading that team is Thor-like striker Erling Haaland, a three-time Premier League scoring champion for Manchester City, who has more goals for club and country than Messi or Ronaldo had at the age of 25.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

“People admire them for the continuity they have,” says the former Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Thinking that she needed her best athletes up front if she hoped to stay in the game, Luma moved Kanue from keeper to striker.

From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John