Newcastle’s Bob Hewison, who occupied a number of roles on the left side of the pitch, termed it ‘the three cornered triangular, or sixth forward play,’ which suggests its attacking nature. ‘The critics,’ he said, ‘regard it as the essence of pure football, the science and art of the pastime.’ It was comparatively rare, though, largely because it was so difficult to get right. ‘Too much importance cannot be attached to individuality, brains, adaptability, speed,’ Hewison wrote. ‘The demands are so great that only the real artist is able to play it. But there is no reason why there should not
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