Stefan Posch
MainzRB
Possession Builder
May 14, 1997 (29)
Right
6'2"
181 lb
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Gets start against Argentina
Posch (jaw) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Argentina.
Analysis: Posch overcame the fractured jaw sustained against Jordan to earn a starting role, with the custom-made protective mask providing sufficient protection for Austria's medical staff to clear him for the demanding fixture against Argentina. His increased involvement in training had been flagged as an encouraging development, and his ability to push through such a significant injury to earn a starting role is a remarkable show of determination at a critical stage of Austria's World Cup campaign.
Trains with protective mask
Posch (jaw) has been training with the specially designed protective mask made for him and could be available for the clash against Argentina, according to the federation.
Analysis: Posch's increased involvement in training is an encouraging development following the fractured jaw he sustained against Jordan, with the custom-made mask providing the protection needed for him to work with his teammates. Austria's medical staff will continue to assess his readiness before making a final decision on his availability, but his progression in training is a positive sign heading into what promises to be a demanding fixture. Konrad Laimer and Alexander Prass remain on standby at right-back should Posch ultimately be unable to feature.
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