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Defending in the World Cup

  • 30-06-2006 6:07pm
    #1
    Attractive Nun
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    Despite the fact that I'm really enjoying this World Cup, it has been notable that many of the world's great attacking players have failed to shine. Ronaldinho, Toni, Henry, Adriano and Gilardinho among many others have been below par. There haven't been that many killer through balls, nor have there been many (any?) long dribbles resulting in goals. At the same time, there have been loads of unbelievable goals from long range, and some really quick, crisp passing goals that are indefensible.

    Would it be fair to conclude from this that the defending in this World Cup has been genuinely top class? I mean, there are so many central defenders that are having/have had a great tournament in contrast to other positions. Cannavaro, Marquez, Senderos, Ayala, Ferdinand (!), Gallas, Luque... to name but a few.

    Agree/disagree?


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  • #2
    Lemlin
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,255 ✭✭✭✭Lemlin


    As with the last WC, seasons in Europe and European competitions are too long and with too many games. All the top players are too tired by the time the tournament comes around.


  • #3
    mike65
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    Tactical defence shutouts. You got to do so much work to get close to goal against a well drilled team.

    Mike.


  • #4
    MisterAnarchy
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    mike65 wrote:
    Tactical defence shutouts. You got to do so much work to get close to goal against a well drilled team.

    Mike.
    Spot on.
    Top level football is far too defensive these days,its all about not conceding.


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