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Meanings of midfielder in English

Russian
вингер
Portuguese
meia
Spanish
mediocentro
Catalan
migcentre

Association football position played on both ends of the field.

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вингер
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Examples for "offensive midfielder"
Examples for "offensive midfielder"
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Rodgers wants to strengthen that armoury by signing another offensive midfielder.
The Guardian
2
As an offensive midfielder it's about being even more consistent, dominating matches for 90 minutes at this level, Engelmark explained.
Reuters
3
However, an attacking reinforcement has been brought in to fill the gap in the form of offensive midfielder, Talent Chiwapiwa, who came in from Baroka.
The South African
1
Ranieri might yet buy a defensive midfielder but that wouldn't solve everything.
The Guardian
2
The manager even discussed using him as a defensive midfielder last autumn.
The Guardian
3
A back-up centre-half and a ball-winning defensive midfielder wouldn't go amiss either.
The Guardian
4
However, West Ham are adamant that the defensive midfielder is not for sale.
The Guardian
5
Leicester have lost a lot more than just a defensive midfielder.
The Guardian
Usage of midfielder in English
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The manager said the midfielder has been excluded for reasons of form.
The Guardian
2
However, this former England Under-21 central midfielder had something going for him.
The Guardian
3
Touré's agent said the midfielder would stay and fight for his place.
The Guardian
4
It was just the midfielder's second Foxes goal and first since January.
Independent.ie
5
Soccer:Liverpool have signed former Chelsea midfielder Joe Cole on a free transfer.
The Irish Times
6
Spain midfielder Xavi has been named the best player at Euro 2008.
The Irish Times
7
The Congolese attacking midfielder was a shrewd acquisition from Free State Stars.
The South African
8
Northern Ireland midfielder Neil Lennon may well be considering his international future.
The Irish Times
9
The Italian midfielder cannot believe his luck that he is back home.
The Guardian
10
The best chance for the home side would fall to a midfielder.
BBC
11
Northern Ireland midfielder Chris Brunt has announced his retirement from international football.
The Irish Times
12
Leeds have confirmed former England midfielder Dennis Wise as their new manager.
The Irish Times
13
Eagles midfielder James McCarthy on Sky Sports: We weren't at it today.
BBC
14
This has been a period of profound change for the Portugal midfielder.
The Guardian
15
He then set up Brandon Ellis for the midfielder's second long-distance goal.
The Guardian
16
Van Gaal wants at least one central midfielder and a centre back.
The Irish Times