How to Say "striker" in Spanish

The Spanish word for “striker” is “delantera” — B2 level.

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delantera

nounB2informal

female attacker in soccer

A simplified illustration of a female soccer player wearing a red jersey, dribbling a soccer ball powerfully across a green field toward the opponent's goal.

Examples

La delantera estrella marcó el gol decisivo.

The star forward scored the decisive goal.

Necesitamos reforzar la delantera para el próximo partido.

We need to strengthen the forward line (or striker position) for the next match.

Player vs. Position

This word can refer both to the player herself (a female striker) and the entire line of attacking players (the forward line of the team).

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Related Translations

advantage→foreground→forward→front end→front part→lead→

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