Jefferies thought that he would be a good addition to his squad, the Englishman's ability to play comfortably on both flanks being another asset.

BBC: Kilmarnock snap up winger Owens

Marauding up and down both flanks, he used his speed to create at least three clear openings and, of course, win the decisive penalty kick.

WSJ: Phillips Fires Up Crystal Palace

Middlesbrough threatened from the flanks, with Stewart Downing and Tuncay both sending in dangerous crosses that just failed to result in openings for Alves.

BBC: Middlesbrough 0-0 Newcastle

Pockets of Democratic party support remained strong on both coasts, with black and Latino votes buttressing the flanks.

FORBES: Still Blue and Red America

Mr. Atkinson's account of D-Day is both masterly and lyrical, commencing with the story of the three Allied airborne divisions that secured the flanks.

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