Defender example sentences

de·fend·er

noun

defender (noun) · defenders (plural noun)

- a person who defends someone or something:

- (in soccer, hockey, and other games) a player whose task it is to protect the team's goal.

- either member of the partnership that did not win the auction. Compare with declarer

Synonyms

protector, guard, guardian, preserver, bodyguard, custodian, watchdog, keeper, overseer, superintendent, caretaker, steward, trustee, supporter, upholder, backer, champion, advocate, endorser, sustainer, bolsterer, apologist, proponent, exponent, promoter, apostle, torchbearer, flagbearer, adherent, believer, attacker, critic, fullback, back, sweeper, attacker, striker, declarer

"Defender" Example Sentences

1. The defender was quick to intercept the ball.
2. As a defender, her main goal was to protect the goalpost.
3. The defender made a crucial mistake which cost them a goal.
4. He was an outstanding defender in his team.
5. The defender tackled the opponent and gained possession of the ball.
6. The defender was penalized for a reckless foul.
7. The defender's quick thinking saved the team from conceding a goal.
8. She was a versatile defender who could play on both sides of the field.
9. The defender's solid performance earned him a spot in the national team.
10. The defender received a yellow card for dissent.
11. The defender was injured during the game and had to be substituted.
12. The defender's clearance went straight to the opponent, resulting in a goal.
13. He was considered one of the best defenders of his generation.
14. The defender's header went over the crossbar, missing a scoring opportunity.
15. The defender's miscommunication with the goalkeeper led to an own goal.
16. The defender was praised by the coach for his outstanding performance.
17. The defender's sliding tackle was perfectly timed, winning the ball cleanly.
18. She was the team's most reliable defender, never making costly mistakes.
19. The defender was constantly marking the opponent's star striker.
20. The defender's long throw-in created a scoring chance for her team.
21. The defender's acrobatic clearance prevented a certain goal.
22. The defender's speed and agility helped her steal the ball from the opponent.
23. He was a tough and physical defender who never shied away from challenges.
24. The defender's red card forced his team to play with ten men.
25. The defender's injury left the team vulnerable at the back.
26. She was a vocal defender, always communicating with her teammates.
27. The defender's positioning was impeccable, denying the opponent any scoring opportunities.
28. The defender's goal-line clearance saved the team from conceding a goal.
29. He was a legendary defender who played for his country for over a decade.
30. The defender's mistake cost them the game in the dying minutes of the match.

Common Phases

1. The defender made a crucial interception;
2. Our team's defender is considered one of the best in the league;
3. We need to assign a defender to cover their star player;
4. The defender cleared the ball out of our penalty box;
5. The defender's quick reaction prevented the opposing team from scoring.