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Striker

UK //ˈstraɪkə// US //ˈstraɪkɚ// Pronunciation

Definition

A player in football whose main role is to score goals.

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In simple words: A player who scores goals in football (soccer).

Examples

• The striker scored a beautiful goal in the final match.
• He's known as the fastest striker in the league.
• The coach called in a new striker to improve the team's performance.
• During the training, the striker practiced his shooting techniques.
• There was excitement when the young striker scored his first goal.

Usage notes

Used primarily in sports contexts, particularly football. Can be informal when talking about players. Avoid using it in non-sport contexts.

Grammar pattern

noun + standalone

Memory hint

Think of 'Strike' as scoring a goal - a striker strikes the ball.

Collocations

• star striker
• centre striker
• youth striker
• top striker
• striker position

Synonyms

• forward
• goal-scorer
• attacker
• striker-forward
• frontman

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'forward' - a forward can be a striker, but not all forwards are strikers.
• Using 'striker' for players in other sports - it's specific to football.