defender
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The 36 goals he has scored for Liverpool is the most for a defender at the club.
From BBC ● Nov. 13, 2026
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
Spain defender Irene Paredes also features for the first time since her previous selection in 2017.
From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026
“Do you wish to speak?” the defender asked Kira.
From "Gathering Blue" by Lois Lowry
Farinas’ ability to do everything — run, catch passes, block and make defenders miss — puts him in an elite category.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 14, 2026
Now, once defenders are past the ball and no longer in a position to push, they have to detach and rejoin from behind the back foot.
From BBC ● Nov. 13, 2026
The question is whether defenders can apply AI fast enough.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 12, 2026
Verdict: Matthias Jaissle was perplexed in his post-match interview, yet he would surely be furious if a Fulham player held one of his defenders back to create on onside corridor for another attacker to score.
From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026
Before the hornets could seek out new victims, Basil ordered the defenders down to the gatehouse study, where they had a celebration snack.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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