Micah Richards and Gary Lineker have expressed strong admiration for Arsenal’s Riccardo Calafiori and Jurrien Timber after the tenth week of the season.
Arsenal recently achieved their seventh consecutive win in all competitions without conceding a goal, standing out for their squad depth and defensive solidity. In their match against Burnley, Arsenal’s defense was so effective that Burnley did not register a single shot on target.
Riccardo Calafiori and Jurrien Timber were highlighted as key contributors in this performance. Alan Shearer focused on their impact when analyzing Arsenal’s win at Turf Moor.
On “The Rest Is Football” podcast, co-hosts Gary Lineker and Micah Richards also praised the duo.
“Yes, Calafiori and Timber, some of the best fullbacks I’ve seen in the system,” Richards said.
Lineker added, “Amazing how they get in positions like they’re playing basically upfront at times, it’s mental.”
Richards and Lineker agree that Calafiori and Timber’s versatility and defensive performance make them stand out as exceptional full-backs in Arsenal’s lineup.
Author's summary: Arsenal's Calafiori and Timber receive acclaim from top pundits for their defensive mastery and surprising attacking versatility, fueling the team's unbeaten streak.