What does the cryptic crossword clue "Small individual upset player on pitch (7)" mean?

The definition is "player on pitch". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). S (synonym="S") + WEEPER (synonym="individual upset") = SWEEPER; definition: "player on pitch" The answer is SWEEPER.

Small individual upset player on pitch (7)

Times Cryptic #29033 | 5 Across | 2024-09-27 flower

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