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The Gunners' early play followed a summer which saw arguably its two best players – midfielders Samir Nasri and Cesc Fabregas – depart the club, along with another starter, leftback Gael Clichy.
Van Persie: Arsenal's Money in the Bank Gabriele Marcotti 2011
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Alves was able to pin back Marcelo, Madrid's attacking leftback.
Barcelona's Guide to Beating Real Madrid Gabriele Marcotti 2011
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As a result, 20-year-old midfielder Jason Lowe found himself playing rightback, with 17-year-old Andrew Henley at leftback.
Premier League Enters the Twilight Zone Gabriele Marcotti 2012
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If nobody makes an offer for him, hey, at least they got the services of a top-flight leftback at 10 pence on the pound.
A Clearance Sale Disguised As a Soccer Team Gabriele Marcotti 2011
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A leftback, right winger, left winger and striker away from having a very decent team.
Reign of King Kenny II as Liverpool go back for their future | Paul Hayward 2011
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One example is leftback Herita Ilunga, who had two years remaining on a $1.5 million-a-year deal at West Ham.
A Clearance Sale Disguised As a Soccer Team Gabriele Marcotti 2011
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This time around we have two guys that actually play leftback for their European club teams - Carlos Bocanegra at Rennes and Jonathan Spector at West Ham.
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And since Ashley Cole — England's starting leftback, — broke his ankle February 10, it appeared increasingly likely that Mr. Bridge, normally a reserve, could have a bigger role at the World Cup.
Saturday Soap Opera at Stamford Bridge GABRIELE MARCOTTI 2010
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After all, it was the first time that City leftback Wayne Bridge and Chelsea captain John Terry came face to face since the story that has been dominating the English media first hit the headlines a month ago.
Saturday Soap Opera at Stamford Bridge GABRIELE MARCOTTI 2010
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In '06, Eddie Lewis disastorously started at leftback.
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