Archive for the month "September, 2011"

In this example, the 'nine and a half's movement to deep is nullified by the opposition holding player. Whilst normally the opposition midfielder wouldn't be able to follow him lest he leave a gap in front of his defence, in this case the second holding player covers for him.

The rise of the ‘nine and a half’

Starting formations and lineups, apart from Emile Heskey's early substitution for Barry Bannan and Charles N'Zogbia's subsequent move out onto the wing. Click to enlarge.

Everton 2-2 Aston Villa: Agbonlahor rescues point

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