0 in games such as football or hockey, an attacking player in a central position to whom other players kick long passes: --
The team may also benefit from a target man at set pieces.
With an impressive stature of 188 cm, he roamed as a target man dominating in air battles.
He showed good target man characteristics for a forward and good scoring ability, especially with his head.
He finally found himself a starting position in senior level and provided constant tactical point as target man using his extraordinary height.
He is a tall attacker, which makes him an ideal target man.
A full forward, he is known as an effective target man, using his height, catching ability and scoring technique to very good effect.
However, he possesses more flair than the typical target man and frequently dribbles and runs at defenders.
He is described as a prototypical target man and is noted for his tall stature and excellent heading ability.
