David Luiz
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David Luiz Moreira Marinho is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays for Flamengo. He is primarily a centre back but has also been deployed as a defensive midfielder.
David Luiz with Chelsea in 2019
David Luiz playing for Chelsea in 2011
David Luiz with a T-shirt saying "Deus é fiel" ("God is faithful") after winning the Champions League
David Luiz playing for Paris Saint-Germain in 2015
Defender (association football)
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In the sport of association football, a defender is an outfield player whose primary role is to stop attacks during the game and prevent the opposition from scoring.
England women's captain Leah Williamson (left) defends for Arsenal.
Centre-back John Terry (right) closely marks centre-forward Didier Drogba.
Edwin van der Sar, pictured playing for Manchester United during the 2010–11 season, is considered to be one of the pioneers of the sweeper-keeper role.
Paolo Maldini marking a player during a friendly match.