defender

But Russia’s offensive efforts continue to struggle under a sky filled with drones, a revolution in warfare that, for now, favors the defender.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 13, 2026

The 36 goals he has scored for Liverpool is the most for a defender at the club.

From BBC ● Nov. 13, 2026

They failed to press home their advantage after excelling in the first half against Chelsea and eventually lost 2-0 as experienced central defender Lisandro Martinez was sent off.

From BBC ● Nov. 10, 2026

England defender Lucy Bronze has been named in the Fifpro Women's World 11 for a record ninth time.

From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026

As a lawyer, he was a defender of African leaders and trade unionists.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

Farinas’ ability to do everything — run, catch passes, block and make defenders miss — puts him in an elite category.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 14, 2026

AI’s defenders will be left looking to fill the void.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 12, 2026

The goalkeeper, three defenders, three midfielders and three forwards who received the most votes were selected for the World 11.

From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026

When the hosts were struggling to break down the Japan defence, Rees-Zammit popped up with powerful bursts, producing five of Wales' 16 line-breaks, making 121 metres and beating 13 defenders.

From BBC ● Nov. 8, 2026

His disguise would be sufficient to fool the defenders from the distance of the high walls.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques