8 Best Central Midfield Partnerships In World Football, With Chelsea & Liverpool Duos Behind Bernabeu Enforcers

Best midfield duos in world football right now.

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8) Gabi-Tiago (Atletico Madrid)

Not the biggest names in world football by any means, but two formidable defensive midfielders at the heart of Atletico Madrid’s recent success.

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7) Gerrard-Henderson (Liverpool)

Two of the finest in the Premier League, Jordan Henderson has improved tremendously to become a fine partner for Steven Gerrard in the Liverpool midfield.

6) Fernandinho-Toure (Manchester City)

Superb in Manchester City’s title win last season, Fernandinho is the perfect partner for the more attack-minded powerhouse Yaya Toure.

5) Pogba-Vidal (Juventus)

Two of the finest midfielders in Europe at the moment who are the envy of many big club, Paul Pogba and Arturo Vidal are a superb pairing for Juventus.

4) Xavi-Iniesta (Barcelona)

One may not play as much of a key role for Barcelona anymore, but Xavi and Andres Iniesta remain absolutely world class on their day with their telepathic understanding in the middle of the park.

3) Alonso-Lahm (Bayern Munich)

A superbly strong combination, Philipp Lahm has excelled since being moved into midfield for Bayern Munich by Pep Guardiola, while Xabi Alonso has been an excellent signing this season.

2) Matic-Fabregas (Chelsea)

A force for Chelsea this season, Nemanja Matic and Cesc Fabregas have struck up a fantastic partnership in the Blues’ engine room to top the Premier League table.

1) Kroos-Modric (Real Madrid)

Two superbly skillful midfield players, Real Madrid pairing Luka Modric and Toni Kroos have been a big part in the Spanish giants’ success this season as Real have continued to blow teams away so far.