ISL 2019-20: 5 Reasons why ATK are atop of the table

ATK are the only team to have a win percentage of more than 50 so far
ATK are the only team to have a win percentage of more than 50 so far

#2 A composed defensive unit

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Prabir Das has been a revelation for ATK this season
Prabir Das has been a revelation for ATK this season

Many credit ATK's goalscoring prowess as a major reason for their success but they tend to forget their defensive capabilities. They have conceded only five goals in their last seven matches with Bengaluru FC only bettering their record.

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Moreover, ATK has seen less of the ball in each of their seven matches. They like to play with three centre-backs with Prabir Das and Michael Soosairaj covering the wings.

Pritam Kotal has played every minute of the season so far and has 23 tackles, 13 interceptions, 53 clearances, and 10 blocks to his name. Agus Garcia has made 81 clearances either as a part of their back-line or as a defensive midfielder. Anas has played only five matches but made 16 tackles.

Prabir Das has 3 assists and 13 crosses in the seven matches he has played so far but has not compromised his defensive duties as he has made 29 tackles and 41 clearances. Michael Soosairaj has a goal to his name apart from taking 10 shots and whipping 8 crosses. Defensively, he has been astute too with his 22 tackles and 11 interceptions.

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Edited by Sai Teja
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