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boring · 20-01-2009, 12:24

My 2 cents on this issue.

One of the greatest defenders, Franz Beckenbauer was known to not only win the ball but also start a possibly move or a counterattack. It's what made him stand apart from all other defenders of his time. His vision and passing were immaculate and as close to perfection as any defender has ever had.

Maybe in the EPL, a player that simply clears the ball is good since their most of their game comprises of throwing long balls in hope of something happening rather than constructive build up play. Of course it's impossible to find a player that has both skills. Agger will be a good buy in that sense since he offers an option that most players these days don't.

I remember watching the last game that Pirlo, Beckham and Seedorf weren't creating space for their defenders to pass to.
Also Mrki mentioned in a post a few days back that our midfield was static which made it difficult for the defenders to not lose the ball. I guess that contributed a lot to the losing possesion thing.

20-01-2009, 12:24	#2096
boring Registered User Join Date: 09 2008 Location: India Fave Players: Kaka, Ronaldinho, Pirlo, Iniesta, Nesta, Maldini	My 2 cents on this issue. One of the greatest defenders, Franz Beckenbauer was known to not only win the ball but also start a possibly move or a counterattack. It's what made him stand apart from all other defenders of his time. His vision and passing were immaculate and as close to perfection as any defender has ever had. Maybe in the EPL, a player that simply clears the ball is good since their most of their game comprises of throwing long balls in hope of something happening rather than constructive build up play. Of course it's impossible to find a player that has both skills. Agger will be a good buy in that sense since he offers an option that most players these days don't. I remember watching the last game that Pirlo, Beckham and Seedorf weren't creating space for their defenders to pass to. Also Mrki mentioned in a post a few days back that our midfield was static which made it difficult for the defenders to not lose the ball. I guess that contributed a lot to the losing possesion thing. __________________ Yeah, well, that's just, like, your opinion, man. Last edited by boring; 20-01-2009 at 12:27.