Apart from creative skills, he is known to be reliable when it comes to giving cover for the backline.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/hockey/asian-champions-trophy-frustration-for-korea-promise-for-pakistan-in-1-1-draw-8877097/

A rock steady figure who organises the backline incredibly well.

Source: https://www.glasgowworld.com/sport/football/celtic/your-celtic-starting-xi-gallery-to-begin-next-season-if-transfer-rumours-are-true-4141418

As he eluded the Orlando City backline, Messi stopped a pass from on his chest, dribbled a couple of yards near the edge of the 6-yard box and converted a shot that landed under the crossbar.

Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/soccer/lionel-messi-scores-twice-in-inter-miamis-leagues-cup-win-over-orlando-city

Can new-look backline allow fewer goals?

Source: https://www.denverpost.com/2023/02/25/colorado-rapids-questions-season-opener-seattle/

Casey’s leadership continues to grow by the week, and her marshalling of the backline into defensive positions was very impressive.

Source: https://rangestrader.mailcommunity.com.au/sport/2023-05-29/tough-weekend-for-olinda/

Celebrations didn’t last long as Clinton was met with a Patriot press, the backline was stressed again.

Source: https://s24477.pcdn.co/sports/67143/clinton-climbs-higher

Colac Imperials have confirmed backline general Stewy McCann will play his first game in almost two months in Saturday’s preliminary final, while revealing the extent of Jett Price’s knee injury.

Source: https://colacherald.com.au/2023/09/imperials-duo-certain-to-return-from-injury/

Defensively, the strength of the backline has long been obvious, with Zak Swanson absolutely outstanding as he continues to deputise for the suspended Joe Rafferty.

Source: https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/sport/football/portsmouth-fc/derby-1-portsmouth-1-neil-allens-verdict-pride-park-boos-reflect-encouraging-marker-in-bright-blues-ongoing-evolution-4338940

Doku had frequently asked questions of the Cherries backline by cutting in from the left, but this time the Belgian played a one-two with Rodri to allow him a shooting chance inside the area.

Source: https://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/sport/23902220.jeremy-doku-stars-manchester-city-thrash-afc-bournemouth-6-1/?ref=rss

Her compatriot, Tosin Demehin who both formed part of the backline in the team last term was not listed for the game.

Source: https://punchng.com/nigerian-players-abroad-up-and-running/

Lalpekhlua, who found the net on Sunday, exploited a gap in the visitors’ backline and smartly picked out an unmarked Ricky Meetei Haobam inside the box.

Source: https://www.canindia.com/football-india-go-down-0-3-to-uzbekistan-in-u-17-friendly/

Liel Abada didn’t quite get hold of a cut-back near the penalty spot, and Matt O’Riley was denied by Robby McCrorie after driving through the Rangers backline.

Source: https://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/23521576.tony-ralston-explains-celtic-credit-bank-doesnt-matter/?ref=rss

Made to work in the middle of the park, but made life difficult for Chelsea’s number 10 and looked to protect the backline.

Source: https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/sport/leeds-united/leeds-united-u21s-ratings-chelsea-28092173

Maguire was signed by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in a bid to shore up backline.

Source: https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/manchester-united-harry-maguire-saha-27094725

Meslier was playing behind a backline that deserves credit, too.

Source: https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/sport/leeds-united/rutter-james-leeds-united-millwall-27731468

One of the suggested reasons for his omission was that Udogie was accustomed to playing in a 3-5-2 as a wing-back, and was thus perhaps unfamiliar with the four-man backline Mancini relies on.

Source: https://realnewsmagazine.net/tottenham-hotspur-destiny-udogie-is-a-rare-talent-destined-for-the-top/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tottenham-hotspur-destiny-udogie-is-a-rare-talent-destined-for-the-top

Our team has benefited from having hardworking outside backs and Julia is someone who will continue to keep that characteristic in our backline.

Source: https://hubcityradio.com/casper-announces-five-signees-to-the-pitch/

Paddy Patterson, Jack Crowley and Ben O’Connor are the backline replacements.

Source: https://www.limerickpost.ie/2023/11/03/munster-name-xv-for-visit-of-dragons/

Powell also made two changes in the backline, welcoming back a fit-again Aphelele Fassi.

Source: https://www.news24.com/sport/Rugby/UnitedRugbyChampionship/bosch-handed-sharks-captains-armband-for-stormers-clash-fassi-returns-on-the-wing-20230303

The Gippsland Power player has a good athletic profile and strong footy understanding, providing an air of calm to rebound the ball out of the backline.

Source: https://berwicknews.starcommunity.com.au/sport/2023-06-16/youngsters-on-the-big-stage/