A Quote by Thiago Silva
Centre-backs usually get criticised for clearing the ball long, but it's easier doing this than risking a pass. If you lose the ball at the back, it's almost a goal. Most centre-backs don't risk this kind of game, depending on the holding midfielder in front.
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I began as a striker, then became a holding midfielder, and now I'm a centre-half. I've done everything except play in goal.
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