The shift from 4-4-2 to 4-3-3 midway through the 2000s meant the defensive midfielder became more conservative — you wouldn’t see Claude Makelele, who lent his name to this particularly disciplined ...

Want to dominate the midfield like Paul Pogba? In this video, we break down the key skills, techniques, and mindset that make Pogba such a complete player. From powerful ball control and creative ...