Aubrey Modiba
LB (LWB)
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Jul 22, 1995 (30)
Left
5'7"
117 lb
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Makes three clearances in defeat
Modiba generated three clearances, two crosses (one accurate) and one tackle in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Canada.
Analysis: Modiba ended his World Cup campaign on a strong note Sunday, recording three clearances, two crosses, and six passes into the final third during South Africa's loss to Canada. Throughout the tournament he served as the team's first‑choice left back, starting all four matches and providing steady defensive work with 13 duels won, five clearances, and 10 tackles won, consistently offering reliability and effort on the flank despite the team's early exit.
Helps secure clean sheet
Modiba registered one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 win over South Korea. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 73rd minute.
Analysis: Modiba registered one shot, two crosses (one accurate), one block and one tackle across his 90 minutes as the left-back in Wednesday's 1-0 win over South Korea, contributing consistently in both defensive and attacking phases against a South Korean right side that included Lee Kang-in and generated significant traffic down South Africa's left channel throughout the match. His ability to contribute in both directions, deliver into the box from the left side and maintain defensive discipline against direct wingers make him a reliable option for coach Hugo Broos in the round of 32 against Canada, where his left-sided combination with the wide forward ahead of him will be important to South Africa's attacking output.
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