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Marcelo, Dani Alves continue to redefine full-back role for Real, Juve
Given Gonzalo Higuian's shape and Dani Alves' age, how are these players able to remain stars for Juventus?
Gonzalo Higuain and Dani Alves teamed up twice for spectacular goals as Monaco are left in a big hole heading in to leg 2.
Craig Burley breaks down the defensive lapses that lead to Juventus' two goals against Monaco in the Champions League.
Maybe it's a coincidence. Maybe there is no deeper tactical significance. Maybe they aren't a dying breed but rather a one-off. Maybe they're just two hugely gifted Brazilian full-backs who interpret the game in their own unique way. The fact that, for many years, they were teammates with the Selecao and rivals on the pitch is just another wrinkle.
I honestly don't know. I just find Marcelo and Dani Alves hugely compelling. And the fact that within the space of 26 hours, each played a key role...
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