| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Player in a defensive position (4,4) | Puzzler | 25 Apr 2026 |
| Avoided second defender | ||
| Defender in soccer or field hockey (4,4) | ||
| Socialists returned ___ defender needed (4,4) | ||
| Footballer needed when socialists return to power (4-4) | ||
| Footballer's article in French paper given support | The Telegraph Cryptic | 23 Sep 2024 |
| Footballer ensures that socialists are returned (4,4) |