Meaning & use
midfielder
A soccer player positioned between the defenders and forwards who links defense and attack during play.
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The midfielder controlled the tempo of the game by spraying passes across the field.
A tireless midfielder often covers more ground than any other player during a match.
A note on using this word
Midfielders are commonly divided into defensive, central, and attacking roles depending on where they operate on the pitch.
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