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Target man

Meaning in football (soccer), with examples

nounCommon term

In football (soccer), target man means: A forward used as the main receiver of direct passes, often holding the ball for teammates.

In Turkish: hedef santrfor

How it is used

Say play with a target man; target forward is a gender-neutral alternative.

Example sentences

  1. They sent long passes to the target man and ran beyond him.

    The forward becomes the reference point for supporting runners.

  2. Their target man won the header and brought the winger into play.

    The role helps teammates receive the next ball, not just score.

Common collocations

  • play with a target man
  • use a target man
  • target-man role
  • strikerAn attacking player who plays closest to the opponents' goal and whose main job is to score goals.
  • headerA shot or pass made by hitting the ball with the head, usually with the forehead.

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