Quote Originally Posted by wiseoldmagpie View Post
On the MOTD analysis of Connor Bradley's performance he was credited with the joint highest number of attempted tackles. Just twice in the 90 minutes he tried to tackle an opponent. He also had a goal and 2 assists.

Has the elite modern game all but evolved past the need to tackle?

Staggering.
Its a low number but defenders are more aggressive now at intercepting the ball before the attacker gets it.

In the "old" days they would be told stay goalside its a risk/reward method.

On Bradley what a full back he looks probably deserves to keep TAA out the side but its a big call.