Noun
back four (plural back fours)
(soccer) The set of four defenders in a team.
it was a comfortable evening for the Gunners' back four.
When I first came to Arsenal, I realised the back four were all university graduates in the art of defending. As for Tony Adams, I consider him to be a doctor of defence. He is simply outstanding. Arsène Wenger
Every minute you invest in kids you get back four times over. Graydon Carter
Although the scoreline is flattering, have been much better since Neil Lennon switched to a back four early in the second half. Source: Internet
His Terry-esque heart, his Ferdinand-esque brain, and Vidic-esque physicality have transformed Liverpool’s back four into the best in Europe. Source: Internet
A tally of 54 goals against is the league’s worst and the lack of a consistent back four could be a contributing factor. Source: Internet
But, it’s important to keep in mind the kinds of resources required to abruptly rent a car, drive four hours, wait in line for two hours, and drive back four hours just two days before rent is due. Source: Internet