defender

Example Sentences

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

From BBC

"It's a simple thing, but there's no need to over-extend yourself as a defender. It's about running smarter, not harder."

From BBC

The Tide crowded the line, indicating a blitz, only to send defenders dropping back at the snap into every potential passing lane.

From The Wall Street Journal

But a defender, any mistake can cost you a lot, right, and can stay in your brain for a long time.

From BBC

Handed just his second league start of the season, defender Niklas Suele created Dortmund's opener, drifting in a cross for Brandt to volley home 10 minutes in.

From Barron's