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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
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Defender News
21 December 2024
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Barcelonavs.Atletico
Barcelona will be without the services of Hector Fort for Saturday's La Liga clash against Atletico Madrid, with the defender ruled out of the contest due to a hamstring problem.
21 December 2024
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Man United 'secure deal' for wonderkid who is set to officially join English giants 'next summer'
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Diego Leon "has signed all documents" to become a Manchester United player next summer.
20 December 2024
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'Billion pound bottle job' is Chelsea's most important player - not Cole Palmer
Moises Caicedo is best midfielder in the Premier League and Chelsea's most important player over Cole Palmer.
20 December 2024
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Arsenal transfer news: Gunners receive Jorrel Hato boost ahead of 2025?
Arsenal have allegedly received a boost in their efforts to secure a deal for Ajax defender Jorrel Hato.
20 December 2024
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Spurs4 - 3Man Utd
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has conceded that Victor Lindelof is likely facing another spell on the sidelines with the issue that he picked up in Thursday's EFL Cup quarter-final with Tottenham Hotspur.
20 December 2024
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Friday's Transfer Talk Update: Marcus Rashford, Kevin De Bruyne, Josko Gvardiol
The January transfer window is almost here and clubs around the UK and Europe are lining up moves as they look to take advantage of the opportunity to strengthen.
19 December 2024
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Tottenham plotting January move for former Antonio Conte favourite amid defensive nightmares?
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in Paris Saint-Germain defender Milan Skriniar.
19 December 2024
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Jamie Vardy's creative method to wind up defenders he's up against revealed
Jamie Vardy is one of football's greatest ever s***housers, but a new detail has shown just how far the Leicester striker will go to execute it.
19 December 2024
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Arsenal transfer news: Domestic champions in 'pole position' to sign outgoing Gunners defender
Celtic are reportedly sat in pole position in the race for Arsenal defender Kieran Tierney.
19 December 2024
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Leedsvs.Oxford Utd
Striving to extend their unbeaten run to four matches, Leeds United will welcome Oxford United to Elland Road for a Championship battle on Saturday afternoon.
19 December 2024
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Crystal Palacevs.Arsenal
Crystal Palace head coach Oliver Glasner must work around the suspension of Daniel Munoz for Saturday's Premier League London derby with Arsenal at Selhurst Park.
19 December 2024
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Arsenal contract latest: Defender set to leave in summer transfer window after Mikel Arteta, club 'decide against extension'
Kieran Tierney's contract at Arsenal will reportedly not be renewed, and he is set to leave the club for free at the end of the season.
18 December 2024
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Chelsea star admits squad were left in the dark over Mudryk's failed drugs test
Tosin Adarabioyo has revealed Chelsea players were unaware of the recent events surrounding Mykhailo Mudryk before it was made public.
17 December 2024
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William Saliba achieves unique Arsenal record after scooping top accolade
Arsenal have been put back on the map when it comes to men's awards by none other than William Saliba.
17 December 2024
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Man City transfer news: Pep Guardiola 'will be backed' to sign £130m duo after club-record revenue announcement
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola will reportedly be backed by the club to pursue two of his top targets in the January transfer window.
17 December 2024
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Chelseavs.Shamrock
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca is running very low on defenders ahead of their final league phase fixture in the Conference League against Shamrock Rovers at Stamford Bridge on Thursday.
17 December 2024
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Transfer notebook: Rashford escape route revealed as Arsenal plot West Ham raid
Manchester United outcast Marcus Rashford could be offered a Saudi escape route from Old Trafford.
17 December 2024
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Spursvs.Man Utd
Manchester United are sweating over the fitness of Mason Mount and Noussair Mazraoui ahead of Thursday's EFL Cup quarter-final trip to Tottenham Hotspur.
17 December 2024
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Tuesday's Transfer Talk Update: Raphinha, Raheem Sterling, David Alaba
The January transfer window is almost here and clubs around the UK and Europe are lining up moves as they look to take advantage of the opportunity to strengthen.
16 December 2024
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Arsenal transfer news: Jakub Kiwior 'makes decision over future'
Arsenal defender Jakub Kiwior is reportedly ready to push for an exit away from the Emirates Stadium.
16 December 2024
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Real Madrid transfer news: Los Blancos set to 'complete £83k deal' for defender with 'first-team future'
Real Madrid reportedly are close to signing 18-year-old Leganes defender Lamini Fati.
16 December 2024
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Manchester United transfer news: Harry Maguire reveals latest on contract situation
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has suggested that there have been "positive" developments with regards to his contractual situation.
16 December 2024
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'Preposterous' - Simon Jordan slams Kyle Walker for Rasmus Hojlund play-acting
Simon Jordan has ripped into Kyle Walker for his Manchester derby antics.
16 December 2024
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Southamptonvs.Liverpool
Liverpool are down to the barebones in defence ahead of their trip to Southampton in the EFL Cup on Wednesday.
16 December 2024
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Why Slot is banned for Southampton clash as Liverpool handed manager loophole
Liverpool boss Arne Slot will serve a touchline ban in the Carabao Cup this week after benefiting from a unique manager loophole.
15 December 2024
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Premier League explain why Cucurella was sent off after final whistle
Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella was given two yellow cards in a matter of minutes to be dismissed after their 2-1 win over Brentford.
15 December 2024
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Man City1 - 2Man Utd
Manchester City's Premier League title hopes have suffered a devastating blow after they let a one-goal lead slip with just two minutes of normal time remaining to lose 2-1 at home to bitter rivals Manchester United on Sunday afternoon.
15 December 2024
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Roy Keane says Man City star should've been SENT OFF for 'embarrassing' act
Roy Keane has slammed Kyle Walker for his 'embarrassing' clash with Rasmus Hojlund.
15 December 2024
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Alphonso Davies's 'most plausible' transfer revealed as Barcelona, Liverpool enter left-back race
All of Liverpool, Chelsea, Barcelona and Arsenal have reportedly joined the race to prise Bayern Munich left-back Alphonso Davies away from the Allianz Arena next year.
15 December 2024
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Wolves transfer news: Midlands duo 'leading chase' for former Premier League defender
Wolverhampton Wanderers and Nottingham Forest are reportedly preparing to test Atalanta BC's resolve regarding the future of Ben Godfrey.
15 December 2024
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Man Cityvs.Man Utd
Phil Foden returns to Manchester City's starting lineup for this afternoon's eagerly-anticipated Manchester derby against rivals Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium.
15 December 2024
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Man United 'receive second major transfer boost' in pursuit of wing-back target
Manchester United have reportedly received a second boost in their pursuit of AC Milan's Theo Hernandez, with the France international potentially available during the January transfer window.
14 December 2024
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Ex-Spurs teammate recalls what Kane did to defy the odds on road to stardom
A former Tottenham Hotspur player has revealed what it was about club legend Harry Kane which made him stand out.
14 December 2024
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Man United 'handed major transfer boost' as Real Madrid 'withdraw' from defender race
Real Madrid have reportedly decided against a move for AC Milan's Theo Hernandez next summer, potentially opening the door for Manchester United to have a clear run at the France international.
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