striker

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His previous eight-year contract was signed after his move from Brighton in 2023 in a then British-record £100m deal, rising to £115m, which has since been surpassed by Liverpool's £125m signing of striker Alexander Isak.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

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

But Howe's creaking system has historically relied on a rapid striker who can get in behind - and also lead the press.

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

There was a violent thud, and the ball shot back toward the lanky striker who had kicked it, sailing over his head and bouncing into the empty space at midfield.

From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John