defender
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I consider myself somewhat of an expert on, and occasional defender of, basic economy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
However, the 6ft 4in defender has not featured since January because of a knee injury, but will be hoping to get back to his best and continue his impressive start at Vitality Stadium.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
"Euro 2016 was a turning point for Welsh football," says Ben Davies, the Tottenham Hotspur defender who made a crucial goalline block early in the game.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
He fully intended to push through his scheme to sell shares in the World Cup by casting himself, believe it or not, as a defender of the downtrodden and underprivileged.
From Salon ● Aug. 2, 2026
The Armstead player who was guarding me was a little shorter than I was, but a good defender.
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
With Wirtz excelling at releasing runners between the lines, and Ekitike and Isak expected to occupy central defenders, Liverpool arguably need another player capable of attacking space rather than demanding the ball to feet.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
Defensively, he consistently shows up as one of the best defenders in the league for his contributions, his tackling, clearances, blocking shots.
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026
Akoa Makani will be one of the better defenders on the Sparks’ roster and is a career 41% three-point shooter.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 2, 2026
McDaniel needles the other side of the ball too, James said, warning defenders to be ready for a deep pass before hitting them with a quick out.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2026
Led by Constance, the defenders filed hurriedly off.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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