Álex Baena
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Nets lone goal Friday
Baena scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Friday's 1-0 win against Uruguay. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 46th minute.
Analysis: Baena would score the lone goal of the match Friday with a bit of fortune, as a long-range strike that looked to be an easy save was parried into the net by Uruguayan keeper Fernando Muslera for a goal. This gave Baena his first goal contribution of the tournament, only recording three shots and three chances created in his two appearances thus far. He will look to remain in the starting role on the left of the attack, although Nico Williams will also have a strong case for that role in the knockouts.
Starts, records seven crosses
Baena recorded two shots, two chances created and seven crosses in Sunday's 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia.
Analysis: Baena would get the start Sunday after not playing at all in their opener, with the midfielder recording 61 minutes of play. He would lead his team in crosses with seven, likely benefiting from having duties on four corner kicks. A starting role for the midfielder will be tough to keep, as Nico Williams will likely push for that role moving forward.
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