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Defender

In the sport of association football, a defender is an outfield position whose primary role is to stop attacks during the game and prevent the opposition from scoring.Centre backs are usually positioned in pairs, with two full-backs to their left and right, but can come in threes with or without full backs.Defenders are divided into four main categories: centre-back, sweeper, full-back, and wing-back. The centre-back and full-back positions are essential in most modern formations. The sweeper an

Defender News

28 March 2024
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Sheff Utdvs.Fulham
Fulham defender Calvin Bassey is expected to overcome an injury issue in time for Saturday's Premier League meeting with Sheffield United.
28 March 2024
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Real Madrid 'priced out of move for Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold'
Real Madrid are reportedly prepared to be priced out of a move for Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold.
28 March 2024
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Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur 'alerted to cut-price fee for in-demand defender'
Nice are reportedly prepared to let Jean-Clair Todibo depart for £40m in the summer, alerting the likes of Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur.
28 March 2024
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Manchester United 'draw up transfer plan for 18-year-old defender'
Manchester United have reportedly formulated a transfer plan for their pursuit of 18-year-old Boca Juniors defender Aaron Anselmino.
28 March 2024
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Chelseavs.Burnley
Chelsea and Mauricio Pochettino have jointly revealed that there are five fresh fitness concerns ahead of Saturday's Premier League fixture against Burnley.
28 March 2024
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Napolivs.Atalanta
Both back from the international break with securing a top-six finish on their mind, Napoli and Atalanta BC meet at Stadio Maradona on Saturday.
27 March 2024
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Man Cityvs.Arsenal
Manchester City defender Kyle Walker is reportedly a serious doubt for Sunday's Premier League title clash with Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium.
27 March 2024
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Liverpool 'hopeful defender has avoided serious injury'
Liverpool are reportedly hopeful that Andrew Robertson has avoided a serious injury.
27 March 2024
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Manchester City, England legend to retire at end of season
Manchester City Women captain and England Women's defender Steph Houghton has announced that she will be retiring from football at the end of the 2023-24 season.
27 March 2024
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Wales
Rob Page will continue in his role as Wales manager for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
27 March 2024
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Manchester United-linked centre-back addresses Bayern Munich future
Matthijs de Ligt has played down speculation that he could be leaving Bayern Munich this summer amid reports of interest from Manchester United.
27 March 2024
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Wednesday's Transfer Talk Update: Sofyan Amrabat, Leny Yoro, Toni Kroos
All transfer business is done and dusted for this season, but that doesn't stop clubs from preparing ahead for next season.
27 March 2024
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Man Cityvs.Arsenal
Gareth Southgate has defended his decision to select John Stones in England's 2-2 friendly draw with Belgium on Tuesday after the Manchester City defender sustained an 'adductor problem' at Wembley Stadium.
27 March 2024
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Real Madrid 'to battle Chelsea, Manchester United for £51m-rated 18-year-old'
Real Madrid will reportedly rival Chelsea and Manchester United for the signature of Lille defender Leny Yoro this summer.
26 March 2024
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Scotland0 - 1N. Ireland
Liverpool will be sweating over the fitness of Andrew Robertson after the left-back was forced off injured during Scotland's friendly with Northern Ireland on Tuesday night.
26 March 2024
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Inter Milan's Francesco Acerbi found "not guilty" of racially abusing Napoli's Juan Jesus
Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi has been found not guilty of racially abusing Napoli's Juan Jesus.
26 March 2024
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Tottenham Hotspur dealt possible blow as defender confirms Olympic hopes
Cristian Romero has spoken of his desire to represent Argentina at the upcoming Olympic Games, making him a doubt for Tottenham Hotspur ahead of the start of next season.
26 March 2024
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Manchester United 'step up pursuit of Juventus, Brazil defender'
Manchester United have reportedly stepped up their interest in Juventus defender Bremer, hoping to move to the front of the queue for the Brazilian international this summer.
26 March 2024
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Man Cityvs.Arsenal
Manchester City have seemingly been handed a triple injury boost ahead of Sunday's showdown with Premier League title rivals Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium.
26 March 2024
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Sarina Wiegman names England Women squad for first Euro 2025 qualifiers
England Women's manager Sarina Wiegman has confirmed a 23-player squad for the start of the Lionesses' Euro 2025 qualifying campaign next month.
26 March 2024
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Francevs.Chile
France manager Didier Deschamps has suggested that Arsenal defender William Saliba has improvements to make before he is considered for a regular spot in the starting lineup.
26 March 2024
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Man Cityvs.Arsenal
Manchester City are hopeful that defender Kyle Walker will recover from injury in time for Sunday's Premier League showdown with title rivals Arsenal, according to a report.
26 March 2024
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Tuesday's Transfer Talk Update: Ousmane Diomande, Viktor Gyokeres, Olivier Giroud
All transfer business is done and dusted for this season, but that doesn't stop clubs from preparing ahead for next season.
25 March 2024
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Arsenal 'match £51m Chelsea offer for Ivory Coast defender'
Arsenal are reportedly prepared to match the £51m offer made by Chelsea for Sporting Lisbon defender Ousmane Diomande.
25 March 2024
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Liverpool
Gareth Southgate has expressed his disappointment, stating that it is 'highly frustrating' that Trent Alexander-Arnold is not fit to participate in the final international break before the upcoming European Championship this summer.
25 March 2024
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Englandvs.Belgium
England head coach Gareth Southgate has confirmed the Three Lions' new captain for their friendly encounter with Belgium at Wembley on Tuesday evening.
25 March 2024
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Leeds United 'plotting permanent move for Burnley's Connor Roberts'
Leeds United are reportedly interested in signing Burnley defender Connor Roberts on a permanent deal during the summer transfer window.
25 March 2024
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Arsenal, Chelsea legend inducted into Premier League Hall of Fame
Former Arsenal and Chelsea defender Ashley Cole has become the latest inductee to the Premier League's Hall of Fame.
25 March 2024
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Hearts 'set £2m asking price for Burnley-linked Alex Cochrane'
Hearts have reportedly placed a £2m asking price on Alex Cochrane ahead of the summer transfer window, with Premier League Burnley keen on the defender.
25 March 2024
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Monday's Transfer Talk Update: Jarrad Branthwaite, Kylian Mbappe, Pau Cubarsi
All transfer business is done and dusted for this season, but that doesn't stop clubs from preparing ahead for next season.
24 March 2024
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Ronald Araujo makes definitive statement on Barcelona future
Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo has insisted he has no intention of leaving the club this summer.
24 March 2024
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Germanyvs.Netherlands
Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann is expected to name a similar XI to the one which dismantled France as the Netherlands visit Frankfurt on Tuesday.
24 March 2024
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Man Cityvs.Arsenal
Arsenal are reportedly optimistic that Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Magalhaes will both be fit for next Sunday's crunch clash with Manchester City in the Premier League.
24 March 2024
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Manchester City to rival Manchester United, Real Madrid for £60m centre-back?
Manchester United and Real Madrid will reportedly face competition from Manchester City for the signature of Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite during this summer's transfer window.
24 March 2024
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Manchester United 'send scouts to watch £25m-rated Barcelona teenager'
Manchester United are reportedly scouting Mikayil Faye ahead of a potential move for the Barcelona defender during this summer's transfer window.
24 March 2024
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Man Cityvs.Arsenal
Manchester City defender Kyle Walker has provided an update on his injury situation after being forced off in the first half of England's international friendly with Brazil on Saturday night.