An "Abstauber" is a forward who kicks in a ball that has been left free in play after the goalie or a defender or the post blocked it, typically following a good shot by another player.

Ruud van Nistelrooy, for instance, is a world-class "Abstauber" in addition to being a decent offensive player.

Do the English have a word for this?

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Sarkozy's attitude is stupid and will get him isolated in no time, and hurt France. He should realise that Merkel can turn to other friends more easily than he can.