backline
Noun
Meaning
backline (plural backlines)
Alternative form of back line
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Examples
ATK forwards Roy Krishna and David Williams have their task cut out against the rival backline.
Chelsea struggled defensively throughout Lampard's first campaign in charge at Stamford Bridge and Silva will be a good addition to his shaky backline.
Dara O'Shea is in contention to return to the backline after recovering from ankle trouble although given he has not featured for a month for the Baggies, the Republic of Ireland defender may not start.
An early pushover try from a scrummage close to Wanderers’ line was accredited to number eight Luke Hutson and another crisp handling move across the backline led to captain Andy Cook scoring.
In fact, Inishowen were utterly dominant in possession in the first half but two lapses were punished by breakaway tries from a Malone side who had pace and power to burn in their backline.
Dave Sims-Burgess, a constant menace to the North Leigh backline throughout the game, then set up a close range equaliser from Steve Davies.