West Ham Transfers: 5 Reasons To Be Excited About Massimo Ambrosini

3. Ability To Break-up Play

ambrosini4 With an excellent read of the game, Ambrosini has the ability to break up opposition attacks from even the most lethal teams. He can use his positioning and movements to prevent opposition build-up from the midfield. Just look at this year€™s first leg match-up against Barcelona in the Champions League. Despite his advanced years, the Milan captain marshaled the midfield and consistently intercepted Barcelona€™s probing balls. He was able to nullify Xavi€™s passing ability and Messi€™s skills with well-timed tackles and off the ball movements that restricted Barcelona€™s passing game. Ambrosini led his team to a 2-0 home victory against the great Barca. To beat Barcelona is always a feat, but to achieve a clean sheet is something short of a miracle. This clean sheet was due to a cohesive team display, but that was anchored by the defensive midfield work of Ambrosini. Always undervalued but forever decisive, the Milan captain should receive plaudits for this ability.
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