Captain
PositionsThe player chosen to lead the team on the field, identified by wearing an armband.
Related Terms in Positions
Target Man
A tall, strong striker who can hold up the ball and bring teammates into play.
Box-to-Box Midfielder
A central midfielder who is hardworking and skilled at both defending in their own penalty area and attacking in the opponent's.
CAM (Central Attacking Midfielder)
A midfielder positioned centrally but higher up the field to support the strikers and create goal-scoring chances. Often the 'Number 10'.
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