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"Beckham in central midfield"

Yes, it is true, Sven thinks Beckham may be suited to a more central role. here is his interview taken from ntlworld.

Sven-Goran Eriksson wants Sir Alex Ferguson to test out David Beckham in central midfield.

The Swede wants Ferguson to make the first move in bringing Beckham inside from his usual position on the right of midfield.

Eriksson said in a new biography: "I think those people who say Beckham should play inside in midfield might be right.

"But it's not up to me to test that, it's up to Alex Ferguson. My job is to select the right players and let them play at the positions they already play in at their clubs."

Beckham has expressed his desire in the past to become more involved in matches by playing through the middle.

Eriksson added: "David works extremely hard. By just being himself he is a leader. In training he goes first all the time.

"There are never any discussions about whether it's raining, or if it's windy.

"He agrees the work should just be done, end of discussion."





So what do you all think? should goldenballs go to centre mid? and would it leave space for scholes and gerrard? and who would fill in his place?

in my opinion becks is more suited to an outside role, as england wont be able to replace him on the right. saying that, he is such a class player, he could go anywhere, and the team would have to evolve

Beefcake wrote:
> Three at the back is solid, epecially with Rio as sweeper and the
> other two men man-marking. The wingbacks are crucial for this to work
> and they require the attribute to run and run all game: Beckham is
> ideal for this. His passing and in particular, his crossing, would be
> assets that won't be nulified by this position, if anything they would
> become more prevalent.

I'm sure that England have actually tried that and it wasn't the greatest to say the least. The wingback role requires someone like Gary Neville who as well as running up the pitch supporting the play and putting in good crosses can also track back, mark players and often put in good tackles. Tackling isn't something we see Beckham do often and with the condition of his foot he has been more resilient to do so.

Unreal wrote:
> I didn't say it would work, i said i think it would work.

And I said why would it work? as in for what reasons might he be a good in the centre of the park.

Three at the back is solid, epecially with Rio as sweeper and the other two men man-marking. The wingbacks are crucial for this to work and they require the attribute to run and run all game: Beckham is ideal for this. His passing and in particular, his crossing, would be assets that won't be nulified by this position, if anything they would become more prevalent.

I didn't say it would work, i said i think it would work.

Unreal wrote:
> I think it could work with Beckham in central midfield.

Why would that work?

I'm sure that they are beeter pairing Gerrard with either Dyer or Scholes in the centre of midfield.

I think it could work with Beckham in central midfield.

Not quite sure how we got on to the subject of naming England teams but I would much prefer that they stick to the 4-4-2 formation that we have become accustomed to. One of the main aspects of Beckham is his ability to whip in good crosses which would be totally eliminated from his game should he be moved to central midfield.

Joe Cole is still not ready for big international games though, give him a couple of years and then he may be ready, but with Gerrard, Scholes and Butt around it is hard to see how he will get a game.

Barmby for left midfield. He rules. :)

i think he wouldnt be too bad offensive midfield, as he can whack in a fair few shots, his passing is sublime, and then heskey can just leave.

here would be my team

4-5-1

LWB-a.cole
CB-ferdinand
CB-campbell
RWB-murphy
RW-j.cole
DM-gerrard
CM-scholes
LM-sinclair
OM-beckham
ST-owen

But wouldn't 3 defenders against a team like Brazil be a little risky??
Sure, we may be able to score plenty, but so too can Brazi.

Beckham should play as a right wing-back for England. He is perfect for that role, Ashley Cole being on the other wing (back). You then can play Scholes, Gerrard and Joe Cole in the centre.


Sven should consult with me if he needs any help with his team, he really should...