Johan Neeskens the first full-field midfielder in history: who he is, how he played

The Dutchman was the first and greatest interpreter of a hybrid and innovative role, capable of playing as a halfback, midfielder and finisher in the same action. And his Italian heir …

How many times, especially in the last period, has the term been heard all-rounder? In football language, this word refers to a player who, by moving in midfield, actually demonstrates that he knows how to do everything, both in the defensive and offensive phases, he is wherever he is needed, he helps his team-mates to recover the ball and has the energy to also offer himself in the goal area.

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