Manuel Akanji
CB
Ball-Playing Centre Back
Jul 19, 1995 (30)
Right
6'2"
201 lb
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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.
Makes five clearances in victory
Akanji registered one tackle (one won), five clearances and one interception in Tuesday's 0-0 (4-3) penalty shootout win against Colombia.
Analysis: Akanji did a good job despite finishing as the less productive member of a center-back pairing alongside Nico Elvedi against Colombia. The Inter Milan man performed close to his tournament averages of 4.8 clearances, 1.2 interceptions and 1.6 tackles per contest. He should continue to be reliable for playing time, though his side's clean sheet chances will be lower in the next clash with Argentina.
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