players

Example Sentences

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After the team’s dramatic 2-1 win over Croatia on Thursday in a World Cup knockout game, Portugal’s players posed for a group photo in the middle of the field at Toronto Stadium.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2026

Curran said he and other players are aware of the speculation as to who will replace Stokes.

From BBC • Jul. 3, 2026

Many players offer a final prayer at the chapel before a World Cup match.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 3, 2026

"People were already saying, 'The red team is better,' and recognising players by their numbers. As the technology improves, I think fandoms will naturally emerge."

From Barron's • Jul. 3, 2026

Lots of other players were already there, waiting for the boss to respawn.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows