We would have to adapt our play as well — a selfish (and I mean that in a complimentary way), back to goal striker operating on the shoulder of the last defender demands different service and team set - up and eats in to the space where the likes of Sanchez is now operating. (justarsenal.com)
If anyone saw his debut goal for sporting it came from him running off the shoulder of the last defender and finishing with an acrobatic header.. (justarsenal.com)
If you put a different type of CF in the line - up — a classic poacher, or someone who relies on crosses, or direct off the shoulder of the last defender type then I am pretty sure that a) the net effect will be less goals from Alexis and b) a formation / system tweak required to accommodate more direct play. (justarsenal.com)