At the climax of the film, the three characters fight difficult opponents, experiencing mixed results.

He was a formidably difficult opponent but a remarkably easy partner.

Murless decided to move Price to play at centre forward where his speed "made him a difficult opponent to stop in front of goal".

First, he won't have a difficult opponent right away.

The player can then continue to defend their title against difficult opponents.

He's quite possibly the most difficult opponent to beat in the game.

The strain of two fights in quick succession, the second against a very difficult opponent, had been telling.

"I'm sure his team will be the most difficult opponent for us in the championship game."

The Master's speed alone would make him a difficult opponent.

I expected you to be a difficult and challenging opponent.