Sentences with phrase «defensive prowess»

Of course, defensive prowess alone is insufficient if a box - to - box midfielder is to become world - class.

In a way, Amir Bar - Lev's documentary scattered his ashes — letting Tillman, known for defensive prowess in the NFL prior to military service, be all that he was.

Gibbs will never be a Monreal replacement as usual few lesser games where he's alright an the years of never showing defensive prowess are forgotten.

Matic's imperious form last year gave Chelsea the right amount of defensive prowess in midfield to lift the title.

They'll do it with a special defensive prowess: the Predators have allowed just 11 goals in eight total playoff games.

The good news is that the Spurs defensive prowess isn't limited to the starting five.

After the glorious victory against Barcelona, it was quite a sight to see the media shower Juventus with lavish praise after their display of defensive prowess against the Spanish giants.

Chamakh's experience, positional versatility (he can play attacking midfield roles, as he has for Crystal Palace, as a # 10 and can of course play upfront), goalscoring potential from midfield, height and defensive prowess makes him a strong contender to solve Arsenal's midfield crisis and help Arsenal on their title tilt for the EPL trophy.

He is ideal in that position for his defensive prowess and capacity to use his pace up and down the left wing giving width and to service Auba and Lacazette in the box.

The Bears rediscovered the defensive prowess that so integrally contributed to their early season win streak, intercepting two Cardinals» passes and scoring two defensive touchdowns on their way to a dominant 28 - 13 win.

Clemson should finish in the first division, helped by the defensive prowess of End Ivan Southerland.

You'd think guys like Aminu and Harkless would be similarly disposed especially with their defensive prowess.

Gorgui Dieng will get drafted for his defensive prowess, but the Louisville center's offense has gotten more and more refined as his career has progressed.

Would they be comfortable with Ariza — known much more for his defensive prowess — and / or Chris Singleton in that role if Webster departs?

Being able to pass and create as well as sit deep and defend would add an extra step to our game — Arteta sits deep and passes but has nowhere near the defensive prowess we need so we really do need that combination player to step up beyond that second tier of football.

David Rantisi, recapping the game on the Acme Packing Company's Youtube Channel, gives an overview of Green Bay's defensive prowess

Looking at his stats and remembering his defensive prowess, someone, somewhere, made a very good decision about his career.

That return even more impressive when you consider the defensive prowess of many of Serie A's sides.

Chelsea with all their defensive prowess play with TWO DMs and we want to play with none?

As a result of this though, he showed his defensive prowess was in full bloom.

Former Bulls guard and current Bulls assistant coach Adrian Griffin — known mainly for his defensive prowess — is listed as the front - runner for the job.

The two - time Defensive Player of the Year has led the Spurs to a 16 - 4 record, but it seems unlikely that voters will reward Leonard's defensive prowess.

He hasn't really set the stage on fire, with his attacking or his defensive prowess and, as far as his Arsenal career is concerned, there's a bucket load of work ahead of him.

Their historic start has been a direct result of their defensive prowess.

The title - minded Warriors are sure to probe for role players in this slot, and he'd add a different dimension to Golden State's backcourt with his defensive prowess and physicality.

The Gators have tremendous depth, but it's their defensive prowess that separates them from the pack.

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.

Kompany also showed his defensive prowess by calmly easing Arsenal's record signing Aubameyang off the ball to end a dangerous run.

Both Bakayoko and Rudiger are solid players who will reinforce Chelsea's defensive prowess.

The only player who looked like he had any defensive prowess today was Holding when he came on.

As a Brazilian he was more suited to the fluent attacking football he had played at Sao Paulo and Brazilians aren't often well known for the defensive prowess, more for their Samba style football.

In addition, due to his positional flexibility, supreme athleticism, defensive prowess and long - passing, the Mainz man is an ideal fit for a side like Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United or Arsenal.

Against Sampdoria in March, Ghana international Asamoah was arguably the Italian giants» outstanding individual, offering a sublime cross for Juan Cuadrado's winner, and also demonstrating his defensive prowess with a last - gasp intervention to deny a goal - scoring opportunity.

Currently Argentina's first - choice central defender, Nicolas Otamendi demonstrated (on occasion) his defensive prowess for Manchester City last season and he could grow into a leader for the next generation of stars.

Crucially, his defensive prowess gave Fàbregas the freedom to unleash his creative abilities, as the Spaniard racked - up 18 assists (just shy of the PL record) in 2014/15.

Only Liverpool can match their defensive prowess, with both having shipped just 13 goals.

When he was initially brought in during the January transfer window, it seemed as though he would be a much welcomed reinforcement to bolster our 3 - man midfield depth, and could add some grit and defensive prowess to the midfielder, something that was previously lacking.

They can use their shields to block frontal attacks, though being struck once from behind will cause them to drop it and lose their defensive prowess.