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target man
TAR-git MAN · noun · informal
A big striker used as an aerial and hold-up outlet.
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A large, physically dominant centre-forward who wins headers, holds the ball up and brings others into play.
“They lump it up to the target man and feed off his knock-downs.”
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target man In A Sentence
They lump it up to the target man and feed off his knock-downs.
Origin & Usage
Descriptive: he is the 'target' for long balls and crosses.
People Also Ask
What is a target man in football?
It is a big, physical centre-forward who wins headers, holds the ball up under pressure and brings teammates into play.
Why is he called a target man?
Because he is the 'target' teammates aim for when playing long balls and crosses forward.
What is the target man's main job?
To occupy defenders, win aerial duels, and lay the ball off or knock it down for runners rather than only scoring himself.
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