defender

Example Sentences

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The defender, 33, is set to join the former Liverpool and Manchester United captains in the history books on Sunday, by leading out a team at Wembley.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

His U.S. public defender didn’t respond to requests for comment.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

The former Manchester United defender was wary of giving club rivals an edge.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Marcus Smart resurrected his career as a tenacious defender at 32 years old.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

He crossed the ball between his legs, causing one defender to slip.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty