Sentences with phrase «opposite flank»

The likes of Ramsey are playing too far forward, Özil is spending the majority of his time out wide and Alexis isn't interacting with our star German as much as he should because they are always on opposite flanks.

It's easy to dispatch them together or order them to cover opposite flanks, and left to their own devices, they'll always find someone to shoot.

Would be perfect on the opposite flank to Alexis, think that kid would explode in our system / team.

Stewart Downing, a big money summer signing from Aston Villa, has yet to score a goal or provide an assist in the Premier League this season, while on the opposite flank Dirk Kuyt is also struggling for form.

Whilst Marcelo offers the same defensive limitations as Alves on the opposite flank, there is no opposite defensive replacement for the Real Madrid man who is almost certain to start on the left for Scolari.

On the opposite flank, Antonio Valencia has made 25 appearances this season and is a firm favourite with the Portuguese tactician, although it's fair to suggest that a long - term natural option will be needed eventually.

With a preference to play on the right wing, albeit with the versatility to play through the middle or on the opposite flank too, he'll also have plenty of competition for places at Old Trafford, and so question marks could be raised over such a move given the reported transfer fee involved.

What Alexis» role is now is what Theo did for us, but on the opposite flank.

A comfortable return to the England starting eleven for the Arsenal man, but he offered less than Sterling down the opposite flank.

My only concern is that Wenger doesn't quite feel we are in need of re-enforcements, because even if Ozil and Sanchez decide to stay we should still be making more signings, like bringing in a proper DM, improving the DEF and bringing in one more winger to push Sanchez and who ever plays on the opposite flank.

Here's the thing, though: Once Walcott returns, he will play as the right Winger, with Sanchez playing on the opposite flank, leaving Welbeck or Giroud to lead the line for the Gunners.

Gibbs has already been named captain so starts on the left, and Jenkinson will be on the opposite flank.

While Sergi Roberto continues to do a commendable job in that role when called upon, if Semedo isn't entirely convincing, then Barcelona arguably need a natural in that role to flourish and to offer a balance to the side with Jordi Alba on the opposite flank.

But it's an insult to sanchez to play ozil on the opposite flank.

His pace was vital with Chambers on the opposite flank, and he matched Andre Gray well at times.

If only we could have another like him on the opposite flank along with a deadly striker.

Bennie Oosterbaan believes that he has the best end squad in the country, headed by the incomparable Ron Kramer and his running mate Tom Maentz at the opposite flank and aided and abetted by capable reserves.

On the opposite flank to Mertens is his national compatriot, who Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has dubbed a future Ballon d'Or winner due to his brilliant talent.

It's claimed that the Rossoneri see him as an ideal player to play off the opposite flank to Suso, and so it remains to be seen whether or not a deal is done with two major factors standing in the way of it happening.

On the opposite flank for the Brazilians will be another full - back who can perhaps not be matched when it comes to going forward.

Terry could slip into a back - three with Gary Cahill and David Luiz, leaving Cesar Azpilicueta to return to his favoured role on the right wing with Marcos Alonso on the opposite flank.

Mahrez would be nice, but he plays on the opposite flank, so that would require some re-jigging.

Found it difficult against Ahmed El Mohamaday in the first half, but similar to his compatriot on the opposite flank he got to grips with the wing - back after the interval.

It's even more problematic on the opposite flank, as with Luke Shaw drawing the ire of Jose Mourinho and potentially moving on this summer, as reported by Sky Sports, that has left Ashley Young playing in an unnatural position for him.

In signing Chris Eagles from local - rivals Burnley he has added a little flair player out wide with Martin Petrov and his rocket of a left foot on the opposite flank.

Was otherwise lucky that much of Stoke's threat came down the opposite flank on a torrid day for the whole of City's back four.

Now, if I am intent on playing 2 upfront, Cazorla will play as the Left - Winger and cutting in on his left foot and, on the opposite flank, Chamberlain — an automatic replacement for Ozil, with Walcott still out — can be «the» player to give Arsenal that much needed impetus with his electric pace, and dogged attitude.

Our landlord believes that Tierney would be a quality addition for the Gunners and that with Hector Bellerin on the opposite flank, Arsenal would have their full - back areas sorted for the next decade.

His average position in the match (as shown above) was higher than Henderson and nearly as advanced as Downing on the opposite flank.

Mourinho knows Mata, De Bruyne and Salah are more creative, but that's not necessarily what he desires on the opposite flank to Hazard, who is given license to stay upfield.

Being a left - footed player, Santos tended to play slightly more narrow than Finlay did on the right, allowing him to cut inside to use his preferred foot, much like Meram did on the opposite flank.

In addition to the fact that he fulfils the home - grown quota, Sterling will be given the role to operate on Hazard's opposite flank and it will be next to impossible for teams to stop the threat from either flank.

Manchester United defender Matteo Darmian is seen as the perfect solution at right wing - back, with Wolfsburg's Ricardo Rodriguez pencilled in on the opposite flank.

Over on the opposite flank, Aaron Lennon on the right was giving Kyle Walker much more cover.

Deulofeu proceeded to carry the ball into central areas before spraying passes to the opposite flank:

On the opposite flank, Florian Thauvin has been directly involved in 27 goals in 29 league appearances — but he is a doubt after suffering from a thigh strain.

Payet would stay at No. 10, dictating play, while on the opposite flank Tore could feature.

Dyer did link well with his fellow midfielders and is also capable of playing on the opposite flank — so he's a useful option to have but not perhaps one that will stand out in EPL climes.

The Egyptian will bring much needed quality out wide, with Sadio Mane likely to switch to the opposite flank.

Raheem Sterling has seven goals and two assists this season, while on the opposite flank, Leroy Sane has plundered six goals and five assists.

Whilst Rodriguez on the opposite flank came narrow to exploit the space behind Leipzig's midfield, Arjen Robben on the right stayed further wide.

Sadio Mane, so lively on the right against Tranmere, impressed once again after being deployed on the opposite flank.

I think his pace and trickery add a dimension to the side that was lacking with Hunt on the opposite flank to Jarvis.

Daniele De Rossi, Kevin Strootman and the opposite winger tucking in on the opposite flank would protect the centre, keeping close to Sergio Busquets, Ivan Rakitic and Andres Iniesta.

Unlike at left - back, where a healed and recuperated Luke Shaw remains the player fated to finally replace Ashley Cole, the opposite flank remains open to challengers with Kyle Walker and Nathaniel Clyne the leading candidates at present.

Malone would then be unable to control a cross whipped in from the opposite flank by Kachunga - who had dropped onto the relevant flank following Tom Ince's departure - which let Palace off the hook; the Town players were evidently out to not let this cup tie slip away without a fight.

Edin Dzeko would stand between the two centre - backs, cutting off the pass between them, while Radja Nainggolan and Patrik Schick would be tasked with pressing them — Schick would generally angle his run so that Samuel Umtiti couldn't pass to Jordi Alba, whereas Nainggolan would make his runs from central areas, as Nelson Semedo would often drop deeper on the right than Alba did on the opposite flank.

On the opposite flank, the Gunners have even more choice.

He will be facing a similarly in - form Stefan Lichtsteiner on the opposite flank and their fascinating duel may become a differentiating point in this match.

On the opposite flank, Kieran Trippier has been promoted to Mauricio Pochettino's first - choice right - back following Kyle Walker's move to Manchester City and, along with Davies, is expected to continue to implement his manager's vision of pushing full - backs high up the pitch and contribute to attacks.