Kalidou Koulibaly
CB
Ball-Playing Centre Back
Jun 20, 1991 (35)
Right
6'1"
196 lb
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Disappointing output in loss
Koulibaly generated one tackle (zero won), one clearance and one interception in Monday's 3-2 defeat against Norway.
Analysis: Koulibaly fell short of his potential during Senegal's dismal defensive display against a strong attack. The center-back was replaced by Pape Sarr in the 72nd minute after recovering six balls and committing two errors that led to goals during his time on the field. While the slow start to the tournament could eventually cost Koulibaly his place in the back line, he's the national team's captain and would be expected to generate better defensive numbers if given another opportunity.
Captains in World Cup opener
Koulibaly registered four tackles (one won), five clearances and one interception in Tuesday's 3-1 loss against France.
Analysis: Koulibaly captained Senegal as they lost 3-1 to France. The defender was returning from an injury in the build-up to the tournament, and this may have had an impact as he only won one of his four tackles. He was aerially and physically dominant in the first half and made a total of five clearances with one interception. The attacking strength of the French team came into play in the second half, and the depth of their bench made the difference as Kylian Mbappe scored two and Bradley Barcola scored the other.
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