der Ankerspieler
Translation
holding midfielder, anchor man, defensive midfielder
Examples
Der Ankerspieler stabilisiert die Abwehr.
The holding midfielder stabilizes the defense.
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
Picture a player who acts like a ship's anchor, holding the team's midfield formation in place.