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The statistics behind Manu Koné’s incredible performance vs Belgium

France's midfielder #06 Manu Kone (C) controls the ball as Belgium's midfielder #07 Kevin De Bruyne (L) reacts during the UEFA Nations League, League A - Group 2 first leg football match between France and Belgium at the Parc Olympique Lyonnais in Lyon on September 9, 2024. (Photo by Franck FIFE / AFP) (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)
Andy Mattioli

Roma midfielder, Manu Koné, played an extraordinary match with the French national team during the recent match against Belgium.

In what was his first first start for Didier Deschamps’ team, Koné showed an impressive level of maturity as he featured in a midfield composed of Kante’ and Guendouzi.

His numbers on the pitch tell of a match played with great intensity and precision, confirming his increasingly important role.

The following statistics by Squawka Football are proof of the midfielder’s incredible night.

Manu Koné was the protagonist in the match against Belgium, showing off perfect control of the midfield. With a pass completion rate of 93% (54 out of 58), the player demonstrated great precision in his plays.

His ability to recover the ball was also impressive, with 10 possessions regained, confirming himself as one of the key figures in pressing and interrupting opponent maneuvers.

Not only in the defensive phase, but also in individual duels, Koné stood out with 8 duels won, demonstrating his physicality and his ability to face his opponents.

He also made 4 interceptions, regularly anticipating Belgium’s actions, and suffered 4 fouls, showing his value even when subjected to hard play from opponents. Koné’s defensive contribution was completed by 2 winning tackles, underlining his completeness as a box-to-box midfielder.

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