‘That’s the difference’… Micah Richards says Man City have a defender who genuinely has a ‘fear factor’

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Published on 2024-03-17 14:30:00

Micah Richards believes that Kyle Walker brings a unique “fear factor” to the table, similar to top strikers like Erling Haaland and creative players like Kevin De Bruyne and Phil Foden. Opponents, including Timo Werner, have expressed their fear of facing Walker on the field. Walker’s reputation as a formidable defender, even at 33 years old, has led many to consider him one of the greatest right-backs of all time. Richards praised Walker’s recovery pace and his ability to disrupt opponents’ strategies, crediting Pep Guardiola for maximizing Walker’s strengths.

In the upcoming Champions League quarter-finals against Real Madrid, Walker’s fear factor could be crucial in facing threats such as Vinicius Jr. Last season, Walker successfully defended against the Brazilian winger, but Vinicius Jr. poses a strong challenge. The outcome of their matchups could indicate the effectiveness of Walker’s fear factor, as wingers may give up after attempting to test him multiple times. Walker’s performance against top opponents like Vinicius Jr. will be essential in ensuring Manchester City’s success in the tournament.

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