The evolution of modern football has seen the responsibility of full-backs increase in the attacking phase of the game. Indeed, the full-back is now tasked with maintaining the width of their team in order to stretch the game and get into dangerous areas to attack the opposition. The likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Achraf Hakimi, Alphonso…
Run-away leaders Manchester City ground out a 2-1 win over West Ham, after European exertions in Budapest with Borussia Monchengladbach. That marks 20 wins in a row, four off the 18 they set in the league, as they now sit 13 points clear atop the standings. The Premier League leaders made seven changes in a…
