Konrad Laimer
BayernAM
Shadow Striker
May 27, 1997 (29)
Right
5'11"
159 lb
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Starts at left back
Laimer recorded one tackle (zero won), one clearance and one interception in Monday's 2-0 loss versus Argentina. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 76th minute.
Analysis: Laimer started the game from left back after featuring in the midfield in the last contest. Laimer covered over nine kilometers and competed aggressively, winning five of his nine duels. He completed 34 passes and also recorded six sprints (mostly off the ball). He was critical to Austria's pressing structure as he was instructed to close down the channel on the left, but the press was frequently beaten due to excellent work from Nahuel Molina, Rodrigo De Paul and Lionel Messi.
Decent as defensive midfielder
Laimer logged one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), two tackles (one won) and one interception during Austria's 3-1 win Tuesday against Jordan.
Analysis: Offensively, the best contribution Laimer provided was a deflected cross that resulted in Carney Chukwuemeka's shot on goal and near-goal. With the Austrian team's depth including more proven defenders than defensive midfielders, Laimer shifted up from full-back to CDM, pairing with Nicolas Seiwald against Jordan. But if Stefan Posch (face) is out for at least Austria's next game, Laimer may revert to a defender, more likely assuming team manager Ralf Rangnick prefers defensive stability. Having logged 18 starts at right-back last season, Laimer is experienced in both CDM and RB, and the latter position statistically improves his offensive prospects.
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