It would be useless if they can not possess the ball and dictate the tempo of the game properly. (justarsenal.com)
Koscielny — 4 Didn't do anything to prevent Berbatov from dictating the tempo of the game, especially in the second half. (justarsenal.com)
Gundogan is the first major step towards achieving that ambition, with the former Borussia Dortmund midfielder now set to become City's main ball - playing midfielder with an ability to dictate the tempo of the game through retaining possession. (caughtoffside.com)