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midfielder

American  
[mid-feel-der, -feel-] / ˈmɪdˌfil dər, -ˈfil- /

noun

  1. a player active in the midfield, as in soccer, often playing both offensively and defensively.

midfielder British  
/ ˌmɪdˈfiːldə /

noun

  1. soccer a player who plays in the midfield

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Etymology

Origin of midfielder

midfield + -er 1

Example Sentences

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But former England midfielder Owen Hargreaves believes Watkins' latest display has put him firmly back into contention.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Since then, the former United and England midfielder has guided the club to seven wins and just one defeat in 10 matches.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Minnesota United have denied rumours that midfielder James Rodriguez is suffering from a potentially life-threatening muscle-wasting condition.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

"He's the best Welsh midfielder ever," says Chris Coleman, manager when Wales reached the Euro 2016 semi-finals, with Ramsey included in Uefa's team of the tournament.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

She put Kanue at center midfielder, Natnael at left mid, and Mandela at striker.

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

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