Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: footballer

Synonyms:

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Usage examples:

Adigwe was an outstanding footballer himself and attracted the interest of Aberdeen, Celtic and Newcastle United among other clubs as a teenager.

Source: https://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/23235425.pele---black-icon-nigerian-refugees-amid-racism-1970s-glasgow/?ref=rss

A former County Roscommon senior footballer and captain has returned to manage his native club.

Source: https://roscommonherald.ie/2023/02/28/roscommon-club-and-county-legend-returns-to-management/

A former England and Premier League footballer is coming to Ledbury Town Football Club.

Source: https://www.ledburyreporter.co.uk/news/23398372.emile-heskey-will-appear-conversation-ledbury-town-fc/?ref=rss

After recovering from their journey in a Windhoek hotel, the group were introduced to Konrad Costa Khaiseb – a former footballer who holds the record for the most goals scored in the Namibia Premier League.

Source: https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/in-your-area/lanarkshire/airdrie-namibia-love-volunteers-help-30396948

After starting in 1983, Debbie McDonald spent 27 years as a PE teacher, teaching the likes of former Aberdeen and Rangers footballer Richard Foster and hockey player Susan Dean.

Source: https://www.northern-scot.co.uk/news/stalwart-elgin-high-teacher-to-retire-after-40-years-service-318647/

A fun addition to the cast is Maximilian Osinski as top-class footballer (and total diva) Zava, whose move to the Premier League sends shockwaves through Richmond and its player dynamics.

Source: https://mashable.com/article/ted-lasso-season-3-review

A keen footballer believes his teammates helped to save his life after pointing out an enlarged testicle which turned out to be cancerous.

Source: https://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/23476987.dorset-footballers-spotted-teammates-testicular-cancer/?ref=rss

All eyes were on Lionel Messi, arguably the greatest footballer of all time and who lifted the World Cup for Argentina in December.

Source: https://www.citizen.co.za/sport/soccer/world-soccer/messi-mania-reaches-fever-pitch-ahead-of-beijing-friendly/

All through that turbulent time, I was trying to sustain a passionate but secret relationship with the footballer Justin Fashanu.

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11738307/PETER-TATCHELL-reveals-secret-love-footballer-Justin-Fashanu-sustained-him.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

All-time great Cristiano Ronaldo is the highest paid footballer on the planet, and by some distance.

Source: https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/best-paid-womens-footballers-how-27036612

Andrew explained: "That’s the stuff we used to do on a daily basis and that’s what improves you as a footballer both physically and mentally."

Source: https://www.gazettelive.co.uk/news/teesside-news/ex-premier-league-trio-share-27973307

An unnamed Premier League footballer once refused to be a dentist bill 'because he's famous'

Source: https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/premier-league-footballer-dentist-bill-31063368

Arteta had welcomed Zinchenko's arrival last summer by describing the Ukrainian as an 'exceptional footballer', adding that he would bring a 'competitive edge to the dressing room.'

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11949133/Zinchenko-reveals-Mikel-Arteta-Premier-League-boss-left-Man-City-for.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

As I mentioned, I was a footballer until the age of 21, as was my brother at the same time, so going into the barbers to get my haircut most weeks was about as close to a background as I have.

Source: https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/23403998.wrexham-barbers-set-score-business-goals-future/?ref=rss

A talented footballer and well-liked year 8 student, Gervis was remembered as a "beautiful boy" who was honest, respectful and hardworking.

Source: https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/story/8237356/shockwaves-in-tight-knit-community-after-e-bike-death-of-beautiful-boy-gervis-wililo/?src=rss

A talented footballer, Josh represented local side Bontnewydd FC and also played for Cardiff Met FC whilst at university in the capital.

Source: https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/floral-tributes-laid-memory-caernarfon-27063224

A talented young footballer, electrocuted during a kickabout with his mates, could have lived had first aid reached him sooner, an inquest was told.

Source: https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/young-chorley-footballer-could-have-survived-11000-volt-shock-had-first-aid-reached-him-earlier-4154865

At the time, footballer Tom was the first to address the split, writing on his Instagram story: “Didn’t think I’d be writing this but me and Samie have gone our separate ways.

Source: https://www.banburyguardian.co.uk/read-this/love-island-2023-tom-clare-and-samie-elishi-spark-reconciliation-rumours-4164683