Sidny Lopes Cabral
SLB
LB
Overlapping Full Back
Sep 18, 2002 (23)
Both
5'9"
152 lb
BenficaSet for suspension
Cabral has earned a one-game ban after receiving yellow cards in each of the first two World Cup games, becoming ineligible for the next clash against Saudi Arabia.
Analysis: Cabral has been solid on the left flank of his country's back line, so this news is an important blow that will force a change in the usual lineup. His place may be covered by Joao Paulo, who logged a few minutes as a left-back in the opening matchup versus Spain. After serving his suspension, Cabral will aim to regain his usual spot and continue to produce defensive stats if Cape Verde qualify for the playoff rounds.
Picks up yellow
Cabral recorded one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 0-0 draw against Spain. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 16th minute.
Analysis: Cabral logged 76 minutes in Cape Verde's scoreless draw against Spain, contributing five clearances, two tackles and two interceptions, while also creating a chance from left-back. He had a hard time dealing with Spain's right flank attack and also picked up a yellow card for his foul on Marcos Llorente in the 16th minute. Cabral enjoyed a great season for Benfica, recording six goals and five assists from left back. He was subbed off in the 76th minute as Lamine Yamal's introduction left Cabral on thin ice his due to his yellow card.
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