DECEMBER 12, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
DAYOT UPAMECANO #2 - DEFENDER - BAYERN MUNICH
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France sweating on fitness of Tchouameni and Upamecano as pair miss training ahead of World Cup semi-final The duo of Aurelien Tchouameni and Dayot Upamecano missed France training on Monday meaning they might both miss the semi-final against Moro...
Dealing with illness Upamecano missed France's training session Monday due to a sore throat, L'Equipe reports ahead of Wednesday's World Cup semifinal against Morocco.
Impact Upamecano has started four of France's five matches at this World Cup, but he's dealing with an illness ahead of the semifinal on Wednesday. Ibrahima Konate could replace him alongside Raphael Varane in central defense if necessary, or Axel Disasi and William Saliba could be options as well.
DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Wins one tackle against England Upamecano won one tackle and made one interception during Saturday's 2-1 win over England.
Impact Upamecano continues to play well enough to win, even if a missed penalty from Harry Kane proved decisive. As he has yet to keep a clean sheet in four starts, Upamecano may not be the best defensive target late into the World Cup.
DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
England out to stop World Cup's "irresistible force" Mbappé
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Gets busy in win Upamecano made two blocks, won one-of-two tackles and completed five clearances during Sunday's 3-1 win over Poland.
Impact Upamecano has impressed in the World Cup, getting busy while Raphael Varane handles other duties in maintaining their structure. As he has yet to concede a yellow card, Upemcano should continue his fine work throughout the remainder of his tournament.
DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Logs four tackles in 4-1 opener win Upamecano had four tackles (three won) and three interceptions in Tuesday's 4-1 victory versus Australia.
Impact Upamecano also added three aerials won and team-high 114 passes completed and was an absolute rock in the back for the champions. Despite allowing goal here France is facing two more favorable match ups versus Denmark and Tunisia and the defender could offer huge upside with stat lines like that and a possible clean sheet or two.
NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Injuries open door for fringe France players at World Cup
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France adds Thuram for World Cup, Disasi replaces Kimpembe
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Varane, Kimpembe and Giroud named in France World Cup squad
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Starting against Werder Bremen Upamecano (strain) is in Bayern's starting lineup for Tuesday's clash against Werder Bremen.
Impact Upamecano was questionable with a knock heading into Tuesday's game, but he's fit enough to be in the XI from the start alongside Benjamin Pavard in central defense.
NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with knock Upamecano is dealing with a knock ahead of Tuesday's match against Werder Bremen, according to manager Julian Nagelsmann.
Impact Upamecano played the full 90 in Saturday's win over Hertha Berlin and at certain points in the season it's hard not to play with a minor injury or two. If he can't play, a lack of healthy defenders means that Noussair Mazraoui could move to a central role.
NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Seven tackles Saturday Upamecano had one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory against 1899 Hoffenheim.
Impact Upamecano made seven tackles as he kept a second consecutive clean sheet. The defender has been a nailed-on starter and is performing admirably, though doesn't seem to be approaching the six assists he managed in 2021/22. Upamecano has a nailed-on role in the best team in Germany, and has some sneaky offensive upside occasionally, despite his role in central defense.
OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Four tackles Saturday Upamecano had one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 loss against FC Augsburg.
Impact Upamecano made four tackles and created two chances as Bayern were stifled by Augsburg. The central defender has held onto the number one job ahead of Lucas Hernandez and should be a nailed-on starter throughout the campaign. Upamecano created seven goals in 2021/22, a tally that will be extremely difficult to replicate for the center-back.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Augsburg Upamecano is fit and in the starting XI to face Augsburg on Saturday.
Impact Upamecano was deemed fit from a knee injury on Friday, but jumps straight into the starting XI after suffering the injury mid week against Barcelona. The defender takes up a central role in the Bayern back four for Saturday's clash with Augsburg.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Ready to play Upamecano (knee) has been declared available for selection in Saturday's trip to Augsburg, according to manager Julian Nagelsmann.
Impact Upamecano hurt his knee in Tuesday's win over Barcelona but is already back to training with his teammates. Even if fit, Upamecano could be rotated out of the lineup to earn some rest and give Matthijs De Ligt a chance to start.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Giroud recalled by France and eyes Henry's scoring record
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To return soon Upamecano is expected to return to training in a "few days" following a knock to the knee suffered during Tuesday's UCL win over Barcelona.
Impact Upamecano still finished out the full match but evidently was feeling some pain on his way out of the ground. Should he be unable to start in Saturday's match against Augsburg, Matthijs De Ligt would likely take his place in the lineup. For Upamecano, he's done well to avoid any bookings all season despite conceding at least one foul in six straight games.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Gladbach frustrates Bayern yet again with record 19 saves
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Starting Sunday Upamecano (knee) made the starting lineup for Sunday's match against Bochum.
Impact Upamecano had taken a knock to his knee in training and it hasn't been enough to keep him out of the lineup. With Matthijs De Ligt also in the side, there's more than enough depth in defense with Upmecano able to start.
AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Takes knock to knee Upamecano took a knock to his knee in training and will be a game time decision for Sunday's trip to Bochum, according to manager Julian Nagelsmann.
Impact Upamecano has started both matches to open the season, keeping one clean sheet and making seven tackles (four won). Should he be unable to play, Benjamin Pavard could be moved to center-back and recent signing Noussair Mazraoui could take Pavard's place on the right flank.
AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Remains in starting XI Upamecano made five clearances and two tackles during Sunday's 2-0 win over Wolfsburg.
Impact Upamecano has been a consistent part of the starting XI in the past season since joining Munich and that doesn't look to be changing. There was the chance the arrival of Matthijs De Ligt could see his playing time limited but for now it seems as though De Ligt on the outside looking in for the starting XI.
AUGUST 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Leipzig turns to Salzburg again, signs teenage forward Šeško
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Bayern Munich signs defender Matthijs de Ligt from Juventus
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Stuttgart draws in Munich to extend fight for survival
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Earns sixth assist Upamecano provided one assist on one chance created during Sunday's two-all draw with Stuttgart.
Impact Upamecano moved to six assists for the campaign, an absurd tally for a central defender, during Sunday's draw. While he has been in and out of the starting XI, Upamecano has made 27 appearances and 24 starts in 2021/22. He will likely be straight back in the starting XI for Saturday's trip to Wolfsburg in the final match of the campaign.
MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
