back line
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Left-back Nico O'Reilly joined the front four, giving them an extra player against Norway's back line.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
This spreading out of the back line made it hard for England to close the distance.
From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026
Unlike much of the group stage, Sunday’s game was a sloppy, sleepy affair, with South Africa relying on some heroic play from its back line to keep the game even.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 28, 2026
What we can't live with is if there's gaps in the back line and with runners in behind.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
I swear to God, when I played, sometimes I would see Joey out there leading the back line, but it was always someone else.During our game, I could hear Doc Dad on the sidelines, cheering.
From "Winger" by Andrew Smith
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