World Cup 2018: Top 10 Right-Backs in the Tournament

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#10 Danilo

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Danilo

Perhaps the biggest victim of Kyle Walker’s excellence, Danilo only got to make three starts (and 10 substitute appearances) for Manchester City in the Premier League last season. Even in such limited playing time, the Brazilian excelled as he scored three goals and provided two assists throughout the season.

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Defensively, the Brazilian was also stellar, averaging 1.9 tackles per game (only Fabian Delph averaged more for City). The best part about that number? It was the lowest of his career. Indeed, to truly see Danilo’s value, one has to look back to 2016-17 season where the right-back was excellent for Real Madrid.

That season, Danilo’s player rating ranked 8th in La Liga (minimum of 17 games). He also made 3 tackles and 2.4 interceptions per game, excellent numbers for a right-back. Brazil will be hoping that Danilo can replicate such excellence, especially considering the injury to Dani Alves.

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