der Ankerspieler
Translation
holding midfielder, anchor man, pivot player
Examples
Der Ankerspieler stabilisiert die Abwehr.
The holding midfielder stabilises the defence.
Er spielt die Position des Ankerspielers.
He plays the position of the holding midfielder.
Grammar Patterns
to play as a holding midfielder ((for a team)) to play as a holding midfielder He plays as a holding midfielder for the national team.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Sechser, defensiver Mittelfeldspieler
Etymology
From 'Anker' (anchor) + 'Spieler' (player). A player who 'anchors' the team's formation.
Memory Tips
Imagine a player who is like a ship's anchor, holding the team steady in midfield.