Rodrigo De Paul
Inter MiamiRW
Creative Playmaker
May 24, 1994 (32)
Right
5'11"
154 lb
Delivers industrious display
De Paul generated one cross (zero accurate) and one clearance in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus Switzerland.
Analysis: De Paul registered one cross and two interceptions across his 85 minutes in Saturday's 3-1 extra-time win over Switzerland before being replaced as coach Lionel Scaloni made changes heading into extra time, pressing intensity throughout a match that Switzerland's ten-man defensive organization made extraordinarily difficult to unlock. The midfielder completed 31 passes and was part of the collective midfield effort that kept Switzerland's counter-attacking threat minimal after Breel Embolo's red card.
Four crosses against Egypt
De Paul registered one shot (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Tuesday's 3-2 win versus Egypt.
Analysis: De Paul registered one shot, four crosses (one accurate), two chances created, one interception and one tackle across his 66 minutes in Tuesday's 3-2 win over Egypt before being replaced by Lautaro Martinez as coach Lionel Scaloni looked to change the dynamic with his side 0-2 down, a substitution that allowed Lionel Messi to shift to the right wing and find the breathing space that produced all three goals of the comeback. The midfielder was therefore not on the pitch to witness the turnaround he had contributed to building, with his removal proving the tactical decision that ultimately unlocked Argentina's comeback in the closing stages.
Creates one chance
De Paul had three crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Friday's 3-2 victory over Cape Verde.
Analysis: De Paul would start on the right wing for Argentina once again and saw his fair share of time on the ball, completing 72 passes while notching three crosses and one chance created. He would also add a tackle won and an interception in the defense. He has started in three games straight as he looks to be the team's main option on the right.
Whips in two crosses
De Paul recorded two crosses and a tackle in Monday's 2-0 win over Austria.
Analysis: De Paul was once again a starter on the right flank, his second straight start to begin the World Cup. He would be one of the few players on the team to record a cross, as he was accountable for two of the team's four. However, the rest of his efforts mainly came in the defense, notching a clearance and a tackle.
Assists in win over Algeria
De Paul assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-0 win versus Algeria.
Analysis: De Paul was credited with the assist in Argentina's first goal, as his clever pass forward found Lionel Messi, who unleashed an unstoppable effort past Luca Zidane to break the deadlock. De Paul didn't do much outside of the assist, but that's to be expected given the nature of his holding role in midfield.
Adds late insurance goal
De Paul scored a goal while taking three shots (two on goal) during Sunday's 6-4 win over Philadelphia.
Analysis: De Paul found the back of the net in the 93rd minute scoring Miami's final goal while firing the second most shots on the team. The goal was the first since May 9th for the midfielder as he's combined for two goal involvements, five shots, eight chances created and six crosses over his last three starts.
Creates five chances in win
De Paul generated one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-0 win versus Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 41st minute.
Analysis: De Paul led Miami with a season-high five chances created to help them earn three points at home. The midfielder took two of their eight corner kicks. He also received his fourth yellow card in 12 starts.
Assists in blistering attack
De Paul assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 5-3 victory versus FC Cincinnati.
Analysis: De Paul added an assist during Wednesday's clash, getting in on the offensive fun as the two sides combined for eight goals during the clash. It was a stellar performance from both attacking units, and De Paul was no different. He didn't get forward too frequently, but he was dangerous when he did, sending in four total crosses.
Two goal contributions Saturday
De Paul scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and two chances created in Saturday's 4-2 victory over Toronto FC.
Analysis: De Paul got things rolling with a jaw-dropping volley after his own free kick ricocheted off the wall and fell right back to him, then dished out an assist on Lionel Messi's second-half strike, wrapping up with one goal, one assist, two chances created and a season-high four interceptions for the Pink. He ran the show in midfield from start to finish, winning his duels and setting the tempo like a true engine. He's now up to three assists on the season, and his link-up with Messi continues to be the most dangerous creative connection in the Eastern Conference.
Registers most crosses
De Paul registered one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against New England Revolution.
Analysis: De Paul delivered the most crosses in the match and created five chances while also winning two duels. Despite a strong all-round display, he was unable to extend his three-game goal contribution streak.
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