play against

Example Sentences

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Following the match against Seattle, the club will return from the break to play against the rival Galaxy on July 17.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

However, his paperwork makes him eligible to play against Fiji on 11 July and Argentina on 18 July.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Liverpool travel to Villa on Friday, with Elliott unable to play against his parent club.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

“When you play against great defense, you have to have guys that can attract multiple defenders on the floor at all times,” said James, who led the Lakers with 27 points on 12-for-17 shooting.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

“How would you like to play against me?”

From "Stormbreaker" by Anthony Horowitz