striker

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The 5-foot-5 striker led Argentina to win the 1986 World Cup, scoring two of the most memorable goals in the tournament’s history against England.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Key to their form in Europe has been striker Ismaila Starr, who scored his seventh goal in the competition in Thursday's 2-1 loss.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

"Never a red card, not in the Premier League," former England striker Shearer said of Martinez's dismissal.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Erling Haaland remains the division's top scorer with 22 goals, but it has been a lop-sided campaign for the striker.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

I jump and drop the flint and striker to the ground, barely keeping hold of the tinder.

From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir