Serginho (footballer, born 1971)
Sérgio Cláudio dos Santos, better known as Serginho, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a left-back, left midfielder or left winger. Known for his speed and energetic attacking runs down the wing, he won the Champions League twice, as well as the Serie A title, among other trophies with A.C. Milan. At international level, he also represented Brazil at the 1999 FIFA Confederations Cup and was part of the team that won the 1999 Copa América. Post retirement, he has acted as manager and agent for former teammate Dida.
Serginho with Milan in 2007
Defender (association football)
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.