defender

But Russia’s offensive efforts continue to struggle under a sky filled with drones, a revolution in warfare that, for now, favors the defender.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 13, 2026

In many ways, Bobby Moore would be the complete modern-day defender.

From BBC ● Nov. 12, 2026

Verdict: The spot-kick was awarded because the Villa defender went through Cunha to win the ball.

From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026

England defender Lucy Bronze has been named in the Fifpro Women's World 11 for a record ninth time.

From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026

The Armstead player who was guarding me was a little shorter than I was, but a good defender.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan

The question is whether defenders can apply AI fast enough.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 12, 2026

The goalkeeper, three defenders, three midfielders and three forwards who received the most votes were selected for the World 11.

From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026

It might be that the game has evolved to become more grueling, that teams are averaging more possessions per game, that possessions are shorter and that defenders are picking up ball-handlers sooner.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 7, 2026

The law seeks to prevent situations whereby defenders have carte blanche to foul attackers, just because the opponent is offside.

From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2026

Since then, and for many years after, Jefferson’s family members, his biographers, and other defenders denied that Jefferson was the father of Sally’s children.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis