Omar Alderete
SunderlandCB
Ball-Playing Centre Back
Dec 26, 1996 (29)
Left
6'2"
170 lb
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Exits in closing minutes
Alderete was forced off in the 84th minute of Thursday's match against Australia due to an apparent knee injury.
Analysis: Alderete would pick up an injury just ahead of the second-half hydration break and would appear to be coming, but would continue to play. However, he would be brought off nearly 15 minutes later, with an apparent knee injury too much to play through. With Paraguay looking to be qualified for the knockouts if the draw holds, this is something to monitor, as he is a crucial starting defender. This could force the team back into a four-back with Gustavo Gomez and Gustavo Velazquez likely to then be named as center-backs if Alderete misses time.
Busy match in win
Omar Alderete recorded 10 clearances and one shot (zero on goal) in Friday's 1-0 victory against Turkey.
Analysis: Alderete faced a difficult task against a Turkey attack that generated 32 shots and 2.17 expected goals. It was a strong bounce-back performance from Alderete and the Paraguay defense after conceding four goals in their opening match against the United States. Alderete did not record any tackles in the match, but his defensive impact was shown through his clearances as Turkey consistently brought pressure into the box. His next match will be against Australia, which should be competitive but provides another opportunity for Paraguay to continue their defensive form as they enter as the favorite.
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