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What has led to the recent confusion over Manchester City's formation?
The increasingly fluid positions and roles of players in the modern game
Which term is used to describe full-backs who move into midfield from a nominal full-back position?
Inverted full-backs
Why does John Stones' positioning create confusion in Manchester City's formation?
His role involves transitioning between central defense and central midfield
What is the unique aspect of John Stones' role at Manchester City according to the text?
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Which factor contributes to the distinction between teams' formations with and without the ball?
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What is a common trend in modern football that has impacted player positions and formations?
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Why does Stones transition from a central defender to a midfielder in Manchester City's gameplay?
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What is a notable tactical role involving a center-back and defensive midfielder similar to Stones' role?
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Why did Sergio Busquets transition from a midfielder to a left-centre-back during a Barcelona game against Real Madrid?
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What did playing a 3-4-3 diamond shape allow Barcelona to do against Real Madrid?
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How did Christensen's role as a center-back-plus-defensive-midfielder help Denmark during Euro 2020?
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What is one reason for transitioning Stones from a central defender to a midfielder instead of using an inverted full-back?
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