Originally Posted by
nw6pie
Can’t remember where I read it, but there was an article saying that wing backs are the main attacking threat at this World Cup (Trippier excepted - he’s had a bit of a shocker so far). Makes sense when you think how most modern coaching is all about trying to engineer chances close and central to the goal by getting crosses in from behind the defence.
It’s the most physically demanding role in the team, obviously, covering the full length of the pitch (if you’re doing it right). But with that comes the danger of burnout, so we need two interchangeable players to handle the workload - they should be alternating the role. We now have that on the right with Nemane and TAR, but need to get backup on the left as Taylor doesn’t seem capable of getting into the box like Chicksen does. Maybe he’ll be sharper after playing at D&R, but wouldn’t bank on it.