Sentences with phrase «defensive lack of depth»

And the person who wrote the article telling fans to shut up about the obvious defensive lack of depth owes all of us an apology.

Not exact matches

I'd have focused more on Torres (which I did), the lack of CB depth (I'd prefer to have two quality CBs to back up a 3 back rather than just one with one of the starters being a converted CDM), the lack of players who fit the outside mid role well in this formation (which, hey, maybe that's part of what you were referring to), and the fact that when you play more attackers higher up the pitch, it often requires a team to be able to implement a high pressuring defensive line (Dempsey and Bruin are not suited for that).

Are you serious??? That's not even mentioning the clear lack of defensive depth and no quality holding midfielder.

However, beyond first - choice central defensive pairing Samuel Umtiti and Gerard Pique, there is a lack of quality depth at Ernesto Valverde's disposal with Yerry Mina and Thomas Vermaelen available.

Depth at the front of the defense has been an issue, as has the lack of congruity between Monte Kiffin's defensive approach and the offenses USC faces in the Pac - 12.

While there may still be a lack of depth, adding Walker and Mendy to the starting line - up will undoubtedly make them a stronger side, with the duo fitting the bill in terms of what Guardiola requires from his full - backs with their defensive qualities coupled with the pace and energy to get up and down the flanks.

While long - term injuries to key players and lack of defensive depth are two obvious reasons, there is also one more which I would like to highlight.

For all the wonderful free - flowing football the Gunners play going forward, their defensive weak spot has been exposed on a number of occasions, with individual errors, a lack of leadership and no strength in depth costing Arsenal dear in all competitions.

A lot of the blame for Arsenal's dismal form so far this season has been focused on the lack of defensive depth and stability in the Gunners squad.

What scares me is the lack of defensive depth... I really hope per, kos and chambers or may be even Bellerin hold the fort atleast till the Jan window... Other that that we will be just fine once Walcott, Gnabry and Diaby returns...