Phil Jones v Chris Smalling
Phil Jones
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8
Strong in the air but too rash and prone to hurting himself going for headers he has absolutely no hope of winning.
Tackling
7
Incredibly rash, which regularly negates his ability to make a good tackle. Really lacks intelligence.
Passing
6
He has the ability to be a very decent ball-playing defender but that lack of football intelligence means his passing tends to be poor.
Strength
8
Very strong just needs to learn to engage his brain in order to use his brawn at the right times.
Pace
7
Quick enough to ensure he is not often caught out by balls over the top.
Phil Jones
Chris Smalling
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8
Strong in the air and can win headers in either box.
Tackling
8
A good, strong tackler, when he is positioned correctly to put one in.
Passing
5
This is the weakest part of his game. He seems to panic on the ball, especially when he has time and space.
Strength
7
Strong, though he can be mentally weak and lose the physical battle by losing his head and putting himself in the wrong place.
Pace
8
Very quick for a centre back.
Chris Smalling