Spielführer

team captain

noun SHPEEL-fue-rer Rare

Usage Note

Spielführer is the official German term for team captain, recognisable by the captain's armband (Kapitänsbinde). Synonymous with Mannschaftskapitän; the latter is more formal. The role involves communication with the referee.

Examples

"Als Spielführer sprach er nach dem Abpfiff mit dem Schiedsrichter."

Natural Translation

As team captain he spoke with the referee after the final whistle.

Literal Translation

As team-leader spoke he after the blow-off with the referee.

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