Sentences with phrase «of defensive leader»
Though the return of Sergio Aguero was vital to Man City getting the one goal, it wasn't nearly enough to overcome the absence of defensive leader Vincent Kompany and midfield leader David Silva.
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Sources said Novak was so defensive of Harper that he angrily rejected reports that the leader had become a personal liability for the Conservatives on the campaign trail.
«It turns out, there's a lot of Americans who really like this idea of a really strong authoritarian leader, and people were quite defensive in focus groups of Putin's invasion of Crimea.»
The Indian Army believed that their attack as ordered by Indira Ghandi was preemptive and defensive in nature, and among the militants that were killed in the Temple was one Mr. Binderwala, a leader of the Punjabi separatist movement.
The leader of the D will be Chorak, a 6» 4», 255 - pounder who racked up a school - record 14.5 sacks in»96 to earn Pac - 10 defensive player of the year honors.
We know the issues we have, soft in the middle of the park, no defensive leader, and not replaced Thierry.
Burnley will do him a lot of good, wish we'll get a quality beastlike leader defender who'd shout at his players and take responsibility, how I miss keown.perfect Transfer will see debuchy, chambers and an aggressive defensive midfielder join auba and miki
Junior defensive end Kelechi Njoku is among Sac - Joaquin Section leaders with 14 sacks and sophomore quarterback Xavier Johnson has accounted for 2,113 total yards of offense and 21 TDs as future leaders on both sides of the ball.
The quality of the Chiefs» defensive performance rises and falls, but Headrick is a smart and steady leader — contrary to some opinions that, at least in his first few years in the league, he played purely on instinct.
Lance was supposed to be both the club - house leader and the shut - down defensive specialist, but honestly, on the latter point, there are better players, most of whom bring more to the table offensively.
Man United lack a real defensive leader, van Gaal having seen both Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidic leave the club last summer, and Otamendi's displays for club and country over the past year have been of the highest quality.
We now only have Premier League leaders Chelsea standing in our way of lifting the FA Cup trophy, and Ramsey has moved to praise his side, although in a defensive manner.
The foundation is set with culture and cohesion, now it's a non-linear mix of five keys: increasing collective execution through impact players (Garoppolo, maybe Foster, # 9 pick) adding playmakers that win situational mismatches (McKinnon, edge, red zone WR / TE) accelerating development through position group leader / mentors (Sherman, Richburg, need more) taking weaknesses off the field (Hyde in the passing game, Kilgore, current starting G, roster deadwood) converting young talent into consistent reliable producers (most of the defensive starters and Garnett)
The Saints still need to create about $ 16 million of cap space prior to free agency and consequently have asked Vilma and Smith, two of New Orleans» defensive leaders, to restructure their deals.
NBA Champion, NBA Finals MVP, 2X Defensive Player of the Year NBA - All Star, All - NBA First Team, All - Defensive First Team, NBA Steals Leader, NBA All - Rookie First Team.
Please remember we both the second best defender in the La Liga statistically and bar the issue of language challenges, which I believe he is working hard on, we have a great defensive leader in Gabriel.
Among the 70 cadets are Bobby Jancik, alltime AFL leader in kick - off returns, from the Oilers» defensive backfield; J. C. Hartman, former Astro infielder; Tim James, 25 - year - old son of Bandleader Harry James and a center and linebacker at TCU until injuries benched him; and Heavyweight Bobby Dennard, winner of 13 of his 16 professional fights, 11 of them by knockouts.
I think id rather have Vidal... but i'm still thinking neither of them are the true defensive leader of the midfield we need!
Captain of the german U21 side, an obvious leader and a gritty, abrasive, hard working defensive midfielder who can control the game from the midfield.
Next season's team returns rushing leader Kairee Robinson, one of the top defensive linemen in the nation in Tuli Letuligasenoa, and many other starters.
In the third quarter, our team stepped things up and after some great defensive play from Akeem Thomas and with Joe Carrick controlling the tempo as point guard, our team were able to shift the momentum of the game and were able to close the gap on the leaders.
The former Gunner also thinks that Coquelin's talents could be vital for the team this weekend, as he sees the clash against league leaders Leicester City as a really tough test of Arsenal's defensive strength.
Despite the fact that defensive captain (and emotional leader) Ray Lewis will be on the field, it's surprising to see that 64 % of spread bets have been placed on Denver this week.
Why mention slow, every year Wenger adds something else to the squad, which enhance the squad, money is not a issue no more like 3 - 4 years ago, why not in one go fix the squad, get the average 20 + goals striker (ok got laca), get the beast of DM or the strong defensive leader in CB, No, Wenger waits for the players he has chosen to develop slowly, which continue to add up in years without the title.
Hibs boss Terry Butcher has been dealt a blow with the news that defensive pair Ryan McGivern and Paul Hanlon will be missing for the visit of the league leaders on Sunday.
So far this week, we have gotten points per game leader, blocks per game leader, and Defensive Player of the Year.
As the leader ofChris's Crew, Christiansen created a feeling of insouciant daring and animmense pride on the Detroit defensive team, and he did this without thebravura that generally accompanies such deeds.
The No. 10 pick out of South Carolina in 2004, Robinson wasrunner - up for NFL defensive rookie of the year behind Jonathan Vilma of theJets, then became one of the leaders of the Houston defense the following yearwhen he made 93 tackles.
Tottenham have the second - best defensive record in the Premier League having conceded just seven goals in 11 games, and their experienced defensive leader has played in all of those outings as he reinforces his position as a crucial part of this current team.
To me being in the mix with db's for most int's is impressive, same with being top 5 in solo tackles, top 21 in combined leading all safeties and being in the mix with the top linebackers in the league is amazing, we all know lb's always have the most tackles solo or combined same with defensive backs in Interceptions and passes defended, we all know db's get way more passes there way then safeties so to one of the leaders in INT's and top 20 in the league in passes defended shows how good he is.
Sergio Ramos remains their defensive leader, but beyond Varane, there isn't a great of quality or experience and so they'll be keen to avoid losing their Frenchman.
Paul Scholes or dare I say it Roy Keane or Gatuso or Tony Adams — We need someone who can start a fire by shouting — Someone who can beat leadership out of this team — Someone who can who can bring that defensive stability in the team — Someone who is not afraid to tell it as it is and is a true winner — A real leader.
According to defensive line coach Inoke Breckterfield, Sagapolu has already taken the reins «from the first day of winter conditioning» as the leader of the group, along with the likes of probable starters Isaiahh Loudermilk and Garrett Rand.
One of the best young defenders in the game at the moment, John Stones looks like a great prospect in English football and the ideal defensive leader to fill Terry's boots at Stamford Bridge.
As a leader, Michael Dawson is spectacular, but playing in a high defensive line is still not comfortable for the former Forest man, while he may not be the ball playing defender that Vertonghen is, he does the jobs that Vertonghen isn't capable of.
The Blues put in a robust defensive display to frustrate and keep Arsene Wenger's side at bay and meant Arsenal still sit ten points behind the league leaders, whilst it surely means they've conceded any faint hope of a first Premier League title since 2004.
Everyone knows now what the Ligue 1 leaders are capable of, even if Manchester City exposed their defensive frailties in a 5 - 3 win on Tuesday night, but Spurs were both too relaxed and overwhelmed against the team they beat 4 - 1 in the Europa League last season.
They give up the third-most shots per game, and in the best evidence of their lack of defensive cohesion, are.1 clearances per game behind league leaders Minnesota (a whopping 24.3 / game, to be exact).
The leader of the defensive unit, Smalling organised his back - line supremely well on the night, while also being dominant in the air.
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.
Over recent seasons Arsenal have been accused of having a lack of leaders from many pundits as well as stating they need a centre back, defensive midfield and centre forward.
For a party grown weary of being constantly on the defensive, looking for a charismatic campaigner to rebuild the Lib Dems beyond the three dozen fortress - seats to which it has retreated, Farron is the natural fit as next leader.
Union leaders remain fiercely defensive — about corruption in their ranks, allegations of brutality against inmates and about the need for punitive segregation to keep staff safe.
Expansionist visits were more effective than Labour's defensive strategy, but it should be taken into account that even if Labour had adopted an expansionist pattern of leader visits, it is questionable whether they would have reaped the same rewards.
He won't be on the defensive justifying every decision made as the leader of the City Council, as Speaker Christine Quinn will be.
The researchers suggest that the narrative of relative disadvantage, fuelled by populist leaders, might reinforce a «defensive and destructive» national perspective.
While all of this happens, you as the squad leader — represented by a soldier with a battle suit — are forced to escort the convoy and aid them with a variety of offensive and defensive abilities.
It is human nature to feel defensive when being critiqued; it is our work as leaders (of districts, schools, classrooms) to move beyond defensiveness and embrace feedback as sustenance for our own ongoing learning, growth, and improvement.
Vander Ark, the Gates, and other foundation leaders don't expect to get everything right, but they don't expect to go away, and they say they won't get defensive about the problems of their past initiatives.
Tibetan Mastiffs are also known to be a natural pack leader defensive of their flock, and their courage extends to battling fearful preys such as wolves and leopards.