The phrase "diminutive midfielder" refers to a small-sized player who typically plays in the middle area of a sports team, such as soccer or hockey. Full definition
The diminutive midfield magician has played in a number of roles for Arsenal and I am sure that Arsene Wenger will ask him to do so again at times, but the boss does seem to have settled on the central midfield role as the best one for the Spaniard. (justarsenal.com)
The diminutive midfielder should've had a penalty as well for a foul in their area. (caughtoffside.com)
The diminutive midfielder lost Joe Ledley with a looping run and was completely free when the ball found him at the back post, allowing him to head past Julian Speroni. (sbnation.com)