defender

Example Sentences

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That does not mean a defender cannot be sent off if they try to stop a shot and clatter into an attacker.

From BBC

The Sweden striker was injured in a tackle from the defender in the act of scoring the opening goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory and limped off the pitch.

From Barron's

The ex-City defender has rebuilt his reputation magnificently after enduring relegation with Burnley, winning the German title last season and running away with it again this year with a nine-point lead at the top.

From BBC

"It's a huge blow because I think Liverpool were actually one attacker short anyway," former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher told Sky Sports.

From Barron's

He made a game-high103 metres and beat three defenders, setting up Henry Pollock's opening score in the process.

From BBC