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Higuita’s Magic Touch

For a bulldozing central defender, I’m always marvel at Cristian Higuita’s first touch. A handfuls of good examples in this one, including a special one we’ll discuss later.

A Rookie Doing Vet Things

Chris Mueller is a vet disguised as a rookie. First example. Kljestan puts this pass down the wing, but Mueller has already changed his run. He plays this one off the chest and draws a foul in a dangerous area.

Example 2. Starts the counter with his speed, but has the vision to see the opportunity to play Pinho long.

Example 3. Many players with Mueller’s agility and speed might have been tempted to take on these defenders. Instead, he uses that threat to create space and…