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......................................... TEAM 2MUFC0 ...................................................................................... TEAM PAZ/GS .........................................
TEAM 2MUFC0
Formation: 4-2-3-1
I have tried to make the most balanced side possible capable of playing varying styles according to the match situation. The formation and personal has work rate, flair, able to keep possession, defend and also attack directly with pace.
Starting at back is Oliver Kahn at his peak level he is probably around the top of the pile when it comes to GK's, winning the golden ball in WC2002 over the likes of R9, Rivaldo etc. In front of him he has Gaetano Scirea one of the best ball playing CB's off all time and one of Italy's finest, next to him is Jurgen Kohler considered by some Germany's best defender of all time. At RB is Claudio Gentile the man who nullified two of the greatest no.10's on the world stage Zico & Maradonna, Gentile is more defensive minded this will allow more freedom for Antonio Cabrini to surge forward while Gentile can tuck in.
In midfield the main man is Lothar Matthaus arguably the greatest CM of all time and probably the most complete, he will link defence with attack. Next to him is world cup winner Gattuso known for his tenacity and high work rate providing screening for the defence allowing Matthaus to get forward.
On the wings is Pavel Nedved on the left known for his incredible work rate combined with dribbling, shooting and passing going forward. On the other side is Zbigniew Boniek pacey and tricky forward and is famous for the great link up play he had with Platini which is recreated in this side.
Upfront i have one of the best no. 9's in the history of the game Marco van Basten capable of scoring impossible goals and an allround CF. He will have world class service from Platini who needs no introduction.
Thoughts on the opposition
Paz/GS have picked fantastic players and the game will be decided by fine margins. But looking at their selection it appears they are going for a Tiki Taka midfield with Xavi/Iniesta, their star man is C. Ronaldo, and i don't believe this tactic suits Ronaldo's game. His strength is playing in a direct counter attacking setup and that midfield is not setup to do that. Secondly the two centre backs are Vidic/Puyol, both great stoppers but not great on the ball, and with Xavi/Alonso always looking for those short passes you need those ball playing centre backs. Overall i also believe my defence individually and as a unit is superior and the game will be won because of this.
Secondly i'm guessing Ronaldo plays on the right (if he plays on the left that means Henry on the right which doesn't suit him) i have Nedved's workrate to help out Cabrini at the back which will help nullify his main threat. The same will apply to Henry if he plays on the left too, but if i'm guessing right and he's on the other side he will be up against Gentile/Kohler and Gattuso helping out. My midfield also has more bite and workrate, and both my wingers will outwork Henry/Ronaldo, also due to the lack of pressing from his forwards the likes of Scirea and Matthaus will have time on the ball enabling them to control the game.
TEAM PAZ / GS
Team Paz / Green Smiley
Formation 4-3-3
Goalkeeper:
An organiser, a leader, a beast – quite simply one of the best goalkeepers of all time, Peter Schmeichel is a no nonsense leader that not only is an incredible shot stopper, formidable during 1-on-1s but also a phenomenal distributer of the ball. Quite simply, unarguably, one of the best of all time.
Centre Backs:
A solid defence with some absolute leaders. A key focus being on aggressively winning the ball, no compromise with a hard-as-nails pairing of Puyol and Vidic, solid enough to ruffle any Striker’s feathers. Attacking the ball at every instance, comfortable in distributing the ball quickly and efficiently from the back. A no nonsense dream pairing with captain material leaders.
Full Backs:
In a similar vein to the Centre backs, the full backs are quick aggressive and strong. A view on defending first, closing down the space, not giving time on the ball to attackers. Both Abidal and Lahm able to read the game precisely with their solid experience and wit. A nightmare for any winger to face, but also for players that like to roam out wide. Arguably up there with the 2 of the most intelligent full backs ever. Also shining leadership qualities.
Centre Midfield:
From the blueprint of the glorious Barcelona FC side of the late 2000s – this midfield has it all. Skill, flair, vision, intrigue. A solid Spanish contingent of Xabi Alonso at the base, someone able to read the game, influence himself upon the play around him and smart enough to break up play….feeding the dream duo of Xavi and Iniesta; what more needs to be said? These two running the engine of the team, aggressively closing down but artfully looking for gaps and opportunities to unleash sheer power and pace of the front line. With eyes at the back of their heads, a masterclass of the complete midfield duo.
Wingers / Inside Forwards:
Thierry Henry and Cristiano Ronaldo playing as inside forwards – able to roam and influence the game as they see fit. With the precise architects of the Spanish trio behind them, these two pounce on any free space and through-balls that come their way. Able to take on players and cut both ways, strong with either feet and totally unpredictable – but with legendary finishing skills, they truly are the complete wingers / forwards that make it feel like one has an extra player on the pitch. Pushing the team on with their raw determination and desire, these two are quite simply unstoppable.
Striker (dropping deep):
Eric Cantona – the artist, the maestro – the enigma. Eric Cantona not only finishes off world class moves, but can also drop back and set Henry and Ronaldo free with legendary vision that very few possess. Able to link up with the midfield trio to almost turn it into a diamond formation, but also push up and have the swagger to create, develop or finish off moves. He is a pivotal member of this aggressive, pacey and powerful side and gives it another dimension, just how Sir Alex Ferguson wanted with his Manchester United sides.
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was paying homage to the great man! Was a weird draft some other legends at R14 were Best, Edwards, Kubala!