Paul Pogba
Happy Easter everybody! I don’t have any eggs to eat; so I thought I’d write an article about Paul Pogba. He’s the next big thing, and he’s going to be one of the best midfielders in the world in a few years. I say “going”, not “could be”; because I have no doubt Pogba will fulfil his potential. He signed for Juventus on a free from Mancester United in the summer. I said I thought Borja Valero was the Italian signing of the season; but Pogba’s transfer to Juventus could be the transfer of the decade.
Earlier on the season, Pogba gave a stunning performance against Udinese. He didn’t give the Zebrette a moments rest; as he took the game by the scruff of the neck; and made it his bitch. Alongside his fantastic midfield performance, he scored two wonder goals. The first one was truly out of this world.
Two screamers
Pogba showed us what he best; bustling through the midfield with immense strength but endless grace. The Udinese midfield did not have a chance against the young Frenchman, as he ran through them like they weren’t there. Pogba beat his man five times in the match, displaying his awesome ability to power through the midfield.
Unstoppable
Pogba also displayed strength when winning or retrieving the ball; as he won five headers and made two good interceptions. Alongside his great attacking traits; Pogba is a hard worker and he’s very solid defensively. He’s a good ball winning midfielder; and he’s excellent at using the ball efficiently when he wins it.
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Interceptor
Pogba also showed his composure under possession; as he made 54 passes; with an 89% completion rate. One of these was a key pass too. It is always useful if a midfielder is a good passer of the ball; Pogba is a great passer of the ball
Pass, pass, pass.
Pogba has scored five goals this season; and created 18 chances. This may not seem brilliant; but Pogba has only played 90 minutes eight times this season out of 22 appearances in the Serie. Bear in mind, this guy is barely 20. Pogba has also won 60% of his headed duels, and 69% of his tackles are accurate. Compare that to Vidal; who wins 71% of his tackles; and 50% of his headed duels. That’s quite impressive. Pogba also averages 3 defensive contributions per game; which is more than Pirlo and the same as Vidal. He’s made no defensive errors.
So there’s Pogba. A brilliant player with a bright future. He didn’t start against Inter Milan yesterday, so it’s rumoured he may play against Bayern. This is a big task; but I think he’s up to it.
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