noun
defensive midfielder
Soccer/football term for a midfielder who primarily plays a defensive role, often positioned in front of the back line. Borrowed from Portuguese 'volante'.
from Portuguese volante
彼はボランチとしてチームの守備を支えている。
He supports the team's defense as a defensive midfielder.
現代サッカーではボランチの役割が非常に重要
In modern soccer, the role of the defensive midfielder is extremely important.