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FORMATIONS
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The system relies on a flat back four, a midfield that has all-round skills and two forwards.
The 4-4-2 had been a favourite of Sir Alex Ferguson's successful Manchester United sides. It's also the traditional formation that players are taught in England.
The forwards in the formation normally act as 'pair', similar to the partnership of Andy Cole and Dwight Yorke during Manchester United's treble winning season of 1999.
Goalkeeper
The last line of defence for any team.
Skills Required:
Bravery | Agility | Reflexes | Communication
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Right Back
The right-hand side of the defence.
Skills Required:
Pace | Stamina | Awareness | Timing
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Centre Back
The centre of any defence.
Skills Required:
Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing
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Centre Back
The centre of any defence.
Skills Required:
Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing
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Left Back
The left-hand side of the defence.
Skills Required:
Pace | Stamina | Awareness | Timing
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Right Midfielder
The right-sided player in a normal formation.
Skills Required:
Technique | Vision | Crossing | Communication
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Centre Midfielder
The all rounder of the team.
Skills Required:
Vision | Fitness | Confidence | Tackling
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Left Midfielder
The left-sided player in normal formation.
Skills Required:
Technique | Vision | Crossing | Communication
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Striker
The goalscorer!
Skills Required:
Quick Feet | Finishing | Pace | Bravery
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Striker
The goalscorer!
Skills Required:
Quick Feet | Finishing | Pace | Bravery
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Centre Midfielder
The all rounder of the team.
Skills Required:
Vision | Fitness | Confidence | Tackling
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ALL Training
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Australia's A-League is on the up. Development of next generation Socceroos is the main objective. Having played with Wayne Rooney at Everton, this Australian international believes that these harsh lessons of the past need to be taken note of.
What he did at 13 made Monaco sign him on the spot
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Success at Barça was an amazing surprise explains World Cup captain
A footballer’s ability to change is key for success. One minute you're starting, the next you could be on the bench. Top players look to take advantage of any playing opportunities. Gio van Bronckhorst destroyed Arsenal’s Euro dream as he went from unused sub to Champions League winner.
Nigel de Jong - Promising talent need to be focused for 1st team challenge
Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Wayne Rooney were all stars at an early age. They jumped from junior football to first team starter months after leaving school. It can be exciting but as Galatasaray star Nigel De Jong explains in this video, young players have to be ready.
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SKILLS
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MENTALITY
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Extra Time
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GOAL IV: 'Little Pea's' Real life film
The confirmation of 'Chicharito' joining Real Madrid could have been the fourth instalment in the Goal trilogy. The story of a Mexican boy with a dream and a natural talent for finding the net.
Agent reveals the truth about transfer deadline secrets
Don’t be fooled by transfer deadline day. Here at football4football we’ll take you exclusively behind the supposed last minute wild spending and roller coaster ‘breaking news’. Top agents give never before seen personal accounts of the deals that cost mega millions. Here is the first part of how your clubs sign players.
Zlatan to fail in the Premier League
The great Swede that is Zlatan Ibrahimovic looks destined for the Premier League. The press say these are the reasons he will struggle.....
It's no surprise that Morrison could be in a for a shock return
With the stakes higher than ever for Premier League success, there's one player who could tempt a few Premier League clubs put off by massive transfer fees..
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Why Mourinho knew it had to be now
Manchester United have got their man and their man has got his timing to perfection. Mourinho had to have it this way for any real chance of success.
Cristiano Ronaldo: Record Breaker
Ronaldo is currently one of the best players on the planet, a multiple ballon d'or winner and arguebly one of the greatest players of all time.
Startling fact about International football is no surprise
The days of international teams getting smashed by cricket scores are now a thing of the past. Former England forward Emile Heskey highlights the emergence of lesser known nations who climb the FIFA rankings.
Arjen Robben: Amazing Lefty
A dutch player who has one of the best left foots ever. He can curl shots in from the wing when he cuts inside for fun.
Alessandro Nesta: Defence Minister
One of the better defenders of his generation, Nesta was a rock in defence that never give anything away cheaply.
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