Youri Tielemans
AVLBelgium
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May 7, 1997
29
5'10"
159 lb
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Key midfield role at World Cup
Tielemans shapes up as one of the most well-rounded midfield options heading into the 2026 World Cup, having been named in Belgium's squad as a key component of coach Rudi Garcia's three-man midfield.
Analysis: Tielemans arrives at the tournament in excellent form and full confidence after a standout season with Aston Villa, contributing two goals and seven assists alongside 50 key passes as the club lifted the Europa League title and secured Champions League qualification for next season. His passing range, delivery from wide areas and ability to arrive late into the box make him a versatile and dangerous presence in the midfield, capable of both dictating play and contributing directly to goals. At international level, he forms a natural and complementary trio alongside Kevin De Bruyne and Amadou Onana, offering the perfect blend of creativity, defensive solidity and box-to-box energy, as he operates as the link between both through intelligent movement, technical quality and a sharp eye for the killer pass. Belgium's midfield has rarely looked as balanced and experienced heading into a major tournament, and his role as the connector in that unit makes him one of the more underrated picks for the summer.
Notches two chances created
Tielemans registered one shot (one on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-1 win against Manchester City.
Analysis: Tielemans would only appear off the bench Sunday after some rotation, with the midfielder appearing for 17 minutes. That said, he would also have a solid two-way effort, recording one shot, two chances created and two crosses in the attack to go along with two tackles won and one clearance in the defense. The midfielder ends the season without a goal, although he did earn four assists in 25 appearances (21 starts).
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