Axel Tuanzebe
BurnleyCB
Controlled Centre Back
Nov 14, 1997 (28)
Right
6'1"
165 lb
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Posts dominant display
Tuanzebe recorded one tackle (zero won) and six clearances in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat against Colombia.
Analysis: Tuanzebe delivered a composed and physically dominant performance in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat to Colombia, registering two blocks, six clearances and one tackle across his 90 minutes as the central figure in DR Congo's back three, dealing consistently with Colombia's runners and contributing to a defensive structure that limited the South Americans to one goal from eight saves by Lionel Mpasi. The defender completed 22 passes and won two duels as his side kept a talented Colombia attack largely contained, with his performance one of the more positive individual contributions on an ultimately disappointing day for DR Congo. His physical presence, reading of the game and ability to handle top-level forwards make him an essential component of DR Congo's defensive setup for the Uzbekistan fixture.
Busy defensively
Tuanzebe registered one tackle (one won), five clearances and one interception in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Portugal.
Analysis: Tuanzebe had plenty of volume defensively throughout Wednesday's draw, doing everything to shut down wave after wave of attacks. The defender was a big contributor in the draw and showed why he's crucial to the starting XI. Tuanzebe should continue to be a huge part of the starting XI throughout the group stage.
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