what position does matic play?
Nemanja Matic dictates how Chelsea play... of all the players Jose Mourinho wanted to avoid losing, he was perhaps top of the list. Of all the players Jose Mourinho wanted to avoid losing at this critical point in the season, Nemanja Matic was perhaps top of his list. Eden Hazard, Cesc Fabregas, Diego Costa or John Terry would all be missed, of course, but Matic dictates how Chelsea plays. His prowling presence, tackling strength and defensive acumen in midfield offers more freedom to the creative players, especially Fabregas in his deeper role.