between the lines
Example Sentences
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"Out of possession they were top-drawer and made it so difficult when City tried to find those little pockets in between the lines," he told BBC Radio 5 Live.
From BBC
Alternatively, he would position himself in central attacking midfield positions, particularly against sides that offered more space between the lines in games that became more transitional in nature.
From BBC
If he is positioned between the lines, particularly when an opposition's defensive shape is stretched, team-mates must therefore play direct passes to find Wirtz.
From BBC
Positioned centrally between the lines against extremely compact defensive sides such as Crystal Palace, Wirtz has found himself with less time and space to play.
From BBC
They sat deep and blocked the centre of the pitch, making it difficult for Arsenal to find striker Viktor Gyokeres or attacking midfielders between the lines.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
