7 attributes of an ideal centre-back

#4 Acceleration

Luiz often uses his pace to get himself out of tricky situations

An instant burst of pace is a must for defenders of the modern era. Having the legs to make up ground for a winger’s adroit skill moves and subsequently making a tackle can go a long way in helping the team keep a clean sheet.

We are often left starstruck when we see a centre-back track back at top gear and defend his goal. Hector Bellerin and David Luiz are defenders who often use their instant acceleration to great effect.