| He scored some really important goals from midfield in the big games and he's a deserving recipient. |
| Eriksson's midfield diamond formation did not sparkle against Japan, with Frank Lampard looking unsuited to the holding role. |
| Aided by the midfield, the Kirkby defence managed to weather the initial storm. |
| Forward for midfielder, and Larsson goes to the point of a midfield diamond. |
| He was allowed, after 28 minutes, to dribble from midfield to the edge of the box, before the ball bobbled on one of the many divots. |
| They are a very big team, particularly around midfield and we'll have it all to do to get an even break in that area. |
