der Mittelstürmer
Translation
centre forward, striker
Examples
Der Mittelstürmer schoss das entscheidende Tor.
The centre forward scored the decisive goal.
Die Mannschaft sucht einen neuen Mittelstürmer.
The team is looking for a new centre forward.
Grammar Patterns
((as a ...)) to be a... He is the best centre forward.
Similar Words
Angreifer, Torjäger; Antonyms: Verteidiger, Torwart
Etymology
Composed of 'Mittel' (middle) and 'Stürmer' (forward, from 'stürmen' - to storm).
Memory Tips
Think of a player who 'storms' the 'middle' of the opponent's defense to score.