Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
left-back
noun
/lɛft bæk/
Definition
A player in soccer or football who defends the left side of the field.
Examples
- Marcus is an excellent left-back who can also support the attack.
- The left-back made a crucial tackle in the final minutes of the match.
- Many teams rely on their left-back to deliver accurate crosses into the box.
Meaning
A left-back plays a crucial role in both defense and attack, usually positioned on the left side of the defense.
Synonyms
- defender
- full-back
