Sentences with phrase «ability on the ball»

Before that he is just fast with a great work rate and good ability on the ball.

The right back combines excellent pace with decent ability on the ball.

What Raheem Sterling brings to Manchester City's attack is great pace combined with technical ability on the ball down the left wing.

I must say that a counter attacking style for Arsenal is much more likely if you have a player who can pick the right pass to release a striker like Alexis Sanchez and no Arsenal player has the same vision ior ability on the ball as our German.

Can has been a vital part to Jurgen Klopp's side this season, with the German's vast physical prowess and ability on the ball helping the Reds achieve a Champions League semi final and all but secure a top four finish in the Premier League.

The 18 - year - old constantly showcases his fantastic ability on the ball and high level of maturity, factors that have seen some label him as one of the most promising players in Europe.

Cazorlas abilities on ball is unrivaled, Coq we get the same commitment if not same display, Boss rarely lets us down, Ospina is only what we know of him right now, Sanchez is the gift that keeps on giving whether goals assists tackling passing or pressuring.

His athleticism and ability on the ball meant that scouts deemed him a world - class talent even back in his Southampton days.

Known for his fine ability on the ball and impressive reflexes, ter Stegen is also somewhat eccentric and prone to catastrophics errors, which may have led to Barcelona using the more experienced and consistent Bravo as first choice, for now at least, since he arrived from La Liga rivals Real Sociedad.

His lack of urgency and ability on the ball also leads to a slow and obvious build up from the back that often lets teams reassemble even when the aim is to shift them side to side.

He is blessed with speed, agility and great dribbling ability on the ball.

Antonio Rudiger can play as an CB and thanks to his pace and excellent ability on the ball can fit in at RB as well.

essien, Fletcher, mascherno none have songs ability on the ball nor can they pass like him.

Ruud Gullit arrived on a free, Hughes brought experience to the attack and Dan Petrescu's ability on the ball gave more options at the back.

Barkley's physicality, speed and natural ability on the ball is comparable to only one other English player: Paul Gascoigne.

In three - and - a-half-years at Liverpool, he stole the hearts of the supporters in the stands with his wonderful ability on the ball and his never - say - die attitude off it — a mentality that soaked through the team as they almost won the Premier League title two years ago.

He's not as smooth or silky as Santi, but he's definitely got some good technical abilities on the ball.

Schar is a calm and dependable defender, with good ability on the ball and decent pace too.

Boateng's superb physical presence and fantastic ability on the ball has seen a large portion of fans label him as one of the greatest defenders on the planet.

The striker's ability on the ball and high - quality level of finishing has seen some label him as one of the brightest young forwards in Europe.

His ability on the ball frees up everyone else on the team.

But he has next to no ability on the ball.

Coquelin was making blocks but doesn't have the ability on the ball to transition us, stats say as much.

but he's not at all better than Vidal defensively, so how's his ability on the ball?

His ability to lead counter attacks with his pace and ability on the ball could make him a nightmare at the Bernabeu, and he will have to link play between the midfield and Sergio Aguero to ensure that the Argentine forward isn't isolated.

The Dutchman effectively replaced Alderweireld at Southampton and has impressed with his threat from set pieces and ability on the ball.

With his technical quality and ability on the ball, it could be a sensible signing for the Gunners, but it remains to be seen if they can firstly prise him away from Real Madrid, and then fend off interest from their rivals.

They are only better than our current brigade of Smalling, Rojo and Jones in their ability on the ball.

He might be a good tackler, but his ability on the ball is questionable.

Sanchez's fantastic physical prowess and ability on the ball has seen him become a starter for Pochettino's side, an impressive feat considering the player has to compete with Toby Alderweireld and Jan Vertonghen for a starting place in his side's back line.

Some of that can be attributed to his fitness - as he has suffered a succession of injuries, however - when he has been fit - Guardiola hasn't really favoured him anyhow, perhaps down to his limited ability on the ball being incompatible with the possession - focused coach.

His ability on the ball is unparalleled, however it's his physicality that sets him apart on the pitch.

His ability on the ball (as shown in that pass to Cazorla) is very impressive.

With the likes of Aaron Lennon, Gana Gueye and Enner Valencia who were very strong, Arsenal found it hard to deal with the opposition as they were content on their ability on the ball.

I think he would flourish with the Gunners, especially with Ozil's vision and ability on the ball to create the chances that Morata likes to feed off most.

Matip's ability on the ball and aerial prowess have seen him quickly become a fan favourite at Liverpool, with it being obvious how much the Merseyside club miss the player when he's not in the starting eleven.

«With the quality he has and with his ability on the ball... I'd say centre mid,» Welbeck replied.

The Nou Camp faithful have largely warmed to Mascherano during his time in Spain, as his ability on the ball and impressive versatility has seen the player become a fan favourite with Barca supporters.

Energy, drive, awareness, responsibility and some excellent precision and technical ability on the ball.

A constant menace for the Palace defence with his movement and ability on the ball, while he also worked hard of his team off the ball.

(For me, Alexis's close dribbling control has forced everyone to reevaluate their own true technical ability on the ball)

I think it says allot about a defensive midfielder when his abilities on the ball can fool supporters into believing he is a creator above all else.

Bertrand's defensive prowess and ability on the ball have seen some label the player as one of the best left backs in the Premier League.

Gareth Bale is a world - class player capable of changing the game with his pace, skill and ability on the ball.