Having a defensive line play consistently together is a huge advantage though, don't forget that.
How many fullbacks did we go through?
Same goes in the defensive midfield role - with Riera we ran a much tighter ship, once he got injured all hell broke loose.
Gone through alot of fullbacks that's true. But We still conceded 49 last season and 51 this season. I'd much rather see us get in a centre back. I think boxall is quality however, and if he prefers to play as a centre back he should do. Doesn't Help that Lia doesn't know what he's doing, which got ruthlessly exposed as soon as Riera was injured.
Not sold on Fenton being a fullback - Always belived his best attribute was his dribbling, feel he'd be more effective as winger. But seeing as we have a few attacking players now if he's happy playing as a fullback then thats ok.
I don't feel Brockie should be starting. Yes two seasons ago he scored 16, but his lack of movement was an issue that was exposed this season. 42 games for the All whites and counting says it all. Boyd impressed me this season. Yes he made a few mistakes but remember he's not even 20 yet. He's fast, works hard and is good on the ball - felt he could make things happen.