If you are the last line of defense before the goalie you are a

sweeper

Explanation:

"Line up between the midfielders and their team's

own goal. They form a row of three fullbacks with one deep sweeper playing behind them and are the last line of defense before the goalkeeper. Their primary responsibilities are to prevent opposing players from scoring goals and to clear the ball up to the midfielders"

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