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midfielder
A player in a team sport, especially in soccer, whose position is between the defense and the attack. Their tasks include both defensive and offensive actions.
Der neue Mittelfeldspieler bereitete das entscheidende Tor vor.
The new midfielder set up the decisive goal.
The word is composed of three parts: 'Mitte' (middle) + 'Feld' (field) + 'Spieler' (player). So it literally describes a player who operates in the middle of the field.
Ein guter Mittelfeldspieler muss sowohl verteidigen als auch angreifen können.
A good midfielder must be able both to defend and to attack.
The role of a midfielder is often described more precisely. Typical adjectives are 'offensiv' (attacking), 'defensiv' (defensive), or 'kreativ' (creative).
Die Mannschaft sucht einen kreativen Mittelfeldspieler, der das Spiel aufbaut.
The team is looking for a creative midfielder who can build up the play.
This word is used almost exclusively in the context of team sports such as soccer, hockey, or handball.
Der Mittelfeldspieler eroberte den Ball und leitete den Gegenangriff ein.
The midfielder won the ball and initiated the counterattack.
