play against

Example Sentences

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"Paraguay has shown in qualification for this World Cup, how tough it is to play against, and how they perform so well. They beat Argentina, Brazil," coach Mauricio Pochettino told AFP.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

The tournament then heads north Friday, with Canada facing Bosnia-Herzegovina in Toronto before the United States opens Group D play against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 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

"She is one of the best in the WSL no doubt, so difficult to play against and she does defensive work too."

From BBC • May 2, 2026

I was very close to moving to the next level of athletic ability, a level at which I would be better than most kids my age and ready to play against older kids.

From "Bad Boy" by Walter Dean Myers