Crossword clue
“Break down an opponent's defense, in soccer”
This clue appeared as 2-Down in the NYT Midi Crossword on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
ATTACKLetters6
Starts withA
Ends withK
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Break down an opponent's defense, in soccer” ran in the NYT Midi Crossword on June 9, 2026 as 2-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with A and ends with K.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Break down an opponent's defense, in soccer” clue?+
The answer is ATTACK (6 letters), from the NYT Midi Crossword of June 9, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the Midi.
How do I find other Midi answers?+
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