midfielder
noun
a player active in the midfield, as in soccer, often playing both offensively and defensively.
midfielders
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pluralof midfielder.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Two central midfielders and two central defenders look to solve problems against pressing attackers with a shape that fluctuates between a 2-2 or a 3-1.
From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026
When Spurs' centre-backs are on the ball, opposing midfielders and forwards begin to push up, creating space for Spurs' attacking midfielders between the lines.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
Three central defenders, one holding midfielder, three attacking midfielders, two wide wingers and a centre forward occupy those zones strictly.
From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026
"It was a lovely goal from Alexis and a lovely goal from Dominik Szoboszlai. It is good the midfielders can add goals," said Iraola, who smartly navigated a question about Mac Allister's future.
From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2026
It was clogged—the other team’s midfielders were crowding him—but he found a small opening and put the ball through to Kimutai, who just took off down the right side.
From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola
