Sentences with phrase «quality on the ball»

Good communication skills and showed quality on the ball and off it.

He is a well - rounded, versatile midfielder with fantastic quality on the ball.

Jagielka and Keane, who boast 44 England caps between them, formed the cornerstone of Everton's success over Stoke prior to last month's international break, presenting a formidable barrier for their hosts to overcome, while using their respective qualities on the ball as the springboard for Toffees attacks.

Tireless effort from the Chilean international as usual, but perhaps lacked quality on the ball with his distribution even though he was dangerous on the break.

Pairing defensive solidity with technical quality on the ball, he'll arguably be a perfect fit for Guardiola's style of play, while he'll add much - needed depth in the backline as he will undoubtedly hope to displace either Stones or Otamendi in the starting line - up.

Signed to provide defensive strength and quality on the ball in Manchester United's midfield, there's no doubt Morgan Schneiderlin could make a huge impact at Old Trafford this season.

Snaps a leg regularly but has real quality on the ball.

We've created a few opportunities but when you see the ability that we have in training it has left us a bit frustrated because that bit more quality on the ball could have seen us create more and win the game.

Long - term questions linger over the futures of Joe Hart and Vincent Kompany due to the former's lack of quality on the ball (at least in comparison to the goalkeepers Guardiola has previously worked with) and the latter's woeful injury record.

Showed little quality on the ball, either.

The only Spurs player to show consistent quality on the ball — rarely giving it away in the heat of the midfield battle.

Lacked a bit of his usual quality on the ball but his low cross found Oscar for the opener and marshalled his flank well.

He also has great quality on the ball and if he were on a team that had better speed and movement in the forward line, he would be able to use his passing ability to greater effect.

Key player: Ki Sung - Yueng — The South Korea midfielder gives Swansea quality on the ball and organisation in midfield and their upturn in results have coincided with his return to the team.

A player of undoubted qualities on the ball, great pace, a sure eye for a pass and impressive composure for a youngster, he is the latest talent to be lost at the Nerazzurri.

Aside from the goal though, he's been one of, if not the best, players on the pitch in the last two games, as his all - round technical quality on the ball is making a huge different for Fernando Santos and his men, and he looks like he is going to relish playing a pivotal role in Guardiola's side next season and beyond.

The latter has long been expected to become England's number one, but Pickford underlined his superior composure and quality on the ball in Friday's defeat of Holland.

The performance by the Swamp - Dwellers was excellent after a disastrous start and they had a let - off when Higuain took an awful second penalty but apart from Aurier (we dodged a bullet there) they looked assured and had real quality on the ball.

However, rather than giving United's back line a bit more quality on the ball, he often looked wrong - footed when out of possession and uncertain of what to do when faced with the likes of Zarate.

Kondogbia's strength, powerful running, quality on the ball and defensive capabilities all make him a potentially top - class midfielder, one that is suited to the style of football in the Premier League.

His creativity and quality on the ball will be a major miss for Italy.

Although he has been dropped to the bench in recent games, the Spaniard has looked a class act in many of United's games this season, giving them the composure and quality on the ball that they've needed for so long in midfield.

With two assists in a thrilling game, David Silva was instrumental for Manchester City as they took all three points in a tricky encounter against Hull City at the KC Stadium, showing all the class and quality on the ball that has made him one of Europe's best playmakers for the last few years.

Cresswell, meanwhile, has done well going forward for West Ham, showing his quality on the ball with two goals from defence last season, and two assists already this term.

We all know about Lukaku's qualities on the ball and his experience in the Premier League would be a valuable asset to Arsenal over the other strikers we are linked with.

Having looked so impressive without him, his quality on the ball and ability to fit into Guardiola's system will only strengthen the side further, and it will undoubtedly continue to send an ominous warning to their rivals about their ability to win silverware this season.

Although there is an argument to suggest that the Dutchman's versatility and quality on the ball could make him an important squad member, it doesn't appear as though it will be enough to save his Old Trafford career.

The French midfielder said, «His quality on the ball, his range of passing, passing the ball from deep [is great].

The former PSG man is known for his quality on the ball and taking him out the back - line where he has a tendency to make costly mistakes could be an advantage.

It adds to the influence that they've had at their respective clubs for several years now, and both men would undoubtedly be wise acquisitions for Conte given their quality on the ball as well as what they bring off it.

Well sead looks like the real deal.Physically strong, mentally tough, good control and quality on the ball and above all a FIGHTER.Let us hope that this performance yesterday was just a sign of things to come and that he will continue to give these kind of performances on a consistent basis coz we desperately need everyone to step up in order to win the epl.

Riccardo Saponara was a threat throughout the encounter against his former club, and his quality on the ball made the difference as he set Zielinski free down the right - hand side before the midfield ace sent his effort through Gianluigi Donnarumma's legs.

Meanwhile, Alexis Sanchez was in and out of the game in the first half but he really turned it on after the half - time interval as Brighton couldn't deal with his movement and quality on the ball.

The Salah goal was well taken, but what about the quality on that ball from Alexander - Arnold?

Pulled the strings in the Germany midfield as his quality on the ball was rivalled by few.

His quality on those balls is so so good.

Willian scores top marks in this one as he was unfortunate not to have more than the one goal, and the Brazilian was a constant threat to the visitors with his technical quality on the ball.

Linked with a # 37m move to Liverpool from Serie A giants AS Roma, Miralem Pjanic has the quality on the ball and range of passing to be a fine replacement for what Gerrard brought to the Liverpool team.

Iv never heard anyone say coquelin can't defend that's like say messi can't dribble lol and he's quality on the ball!

Having established a reputation for being a ball - playing centre - half who had the composure and quality on the ball to build attacks, evidently he just needed a strong word from Keane to get him going.

Injuries have held the international back at Liverpool in recent years, but he had previously been one of the team's most important players, combining strong defensive ability with high work rate and quality on the ball.

Further, Pedro still has plenty to prove after a decent if not extravagant first year in England, and given his pace, movement, quality on the ball and work ethic, he's arguably a perfect fit for Conte's plans next season.

The Spaniard has produced countless impressive performances to keep his side in games, while he has all the technical attributes needed from a modern - day shot - stopper with his quality on the ball too.

His energy, combativeness and quality on the ball have made him irreplaceable for Chelsea, while he's also established himself as a key figure for France too.

To be fair — anyone who knows football isn't really knocking his quality on the ball or his effort off it.

Sanchez's quality on the ball will be instrumental to Arsenal's quest for three points against Stoke City as his potential to win matches is not in doubt, as was evident against West Ham following a well - deserved hat - trick.

Chelsea's best player so far this year, Willian, will form part of an attacking trident that will look to support Diego Costa, and Mourinho will certainly be hoping that the pace and quality on the ball that that trio provide will help them take advantage of the hosts on the counter attack.

«It was her athletic ability, her quality on the ball and her drive to want to help the team go forward and be dangerous,» Parsons said.