Battles Quote by Troy Deeney

I think, for sure, Virgil van Dijk made a big impact, with the ball he is so calm and he wins his challenges in…

— Joel Matip

For me, the defender I respect the most is Giorgio Chiellini. He's one of the best defenders in the world. I really like the…

— Edinson Cavani

For me, Thiago Silva remains the best defender in the world.

— Dani Alves

Many people say Volkanovski is the best striker in the UFC, but I beat him in his game.

— Islam Makhachev

Throughout my career, I hope to see the best defenders.

— Tyler Herro

As a competitor, you always want to go against the best, so whoever guards me, I'm hoping it's the best defender from the other…

— Tyler Herro

I think I'm a great defender, to be honest.

— Andrew Wiggins

I rate Dave Luiz as a top defender. He's very clever. But I don't know if he's as quick as me. And if he…

— Marko Arnautovic

I like that defender-versus-striker battle, that challenge.

— Sergio Ramos

Even when I was a winger I liked defending.

— Aaron Wan-Bissaka

For me, the best defender I played against was Carles Puyol. He was my teammate, too, but my rival many times. Also, Roberto Ayala,…

— David Villa

I feel I am a total defender.

— Toby Alderweireld