Malick Thiaw
NEW
Center Back
Ball-Playing Center Back
Aug 8, 2001 (25)
Right
6'4"
176 lb
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2026/2027 Premier League
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2026/2027 Premier League
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Busy defensively in 1-0 loss
Thiaw had three clearancesand two interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 86th minute.
Analysis: Thiaw continued his run of playing 90 minutes for Newcastle and has played every minute in the Premier League so far. He was busy defensively, making four blocks, three clearances, and two interceptions, but he did receive his first yellow card of the season, committing two fouls for the first time this campaign.
Keeps clean sheet for Germany
Thiaw played the full 90 minutes and helped Germany keep a clean sheet in Thursday's 2-0 Nations League win over Serbia, marking his first competitive start at senior international level, according to the club.
Analysis: Thiaw completed the full match at center-back as Germany held Serbia scoreless, making the most of his first competitive international start. The defender has also established himself as an undisputed starter for Newcastle, playing every minute of the club's first five Premier League matches this season. Thiaw has recorded 35 clearances and two interceptions over that stretch, underlining his consistent role at the heart of the defense.
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