Manuel Akanji
INT
CB
Ball-Playing Centre Back
Jul 19, 1995 (31)
Right
6'2"
201 lb
Ranking
Grades
Key Grades
2026/2027 Serie A
Overall Grades by game
2026/2027 Serie A
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Provides assist in victory
Akanji assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 victory versus Napoli.
Analysis: Akanji played the full game Saturday, leading his team with totals of seven clearances, four tackles and two blocks while being credited with an assist after finding a loose ball and passing to Lautaro Martinez in stoppage time. Although the direct contribution was a rare event for him, the defender has been quite consistent across various categories with at least 58 accurate passes, two clearances and one shot in each of his three appearances of the 2026/27 campaign. He'll look to remain a regular presence in a defense with high Serie A potential that could face greater demands in the tougher Champions League fixtures.
Records three clearances
Akanji registered one tackle (one won) and three clearances in Saturday's 3-1 loss against Argentina.
Analysis: Akanji was once again a starter for the Swiss as they faced Argentina, starting and playing the full match in all six appearances this World Cup. He would see a decent day with one tackle won, three clearances and 50 passes completed, although he was beaten on an early header to give Argentina a lead. He would earn two clean sheets for the team on their path to the quarterfinals, a solid display from the veteran center-back.
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