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Here’s some nice data analysis from the FT to further express the success of the Pogba-Kanté axis.
NEW for our final @FT World Cup stats briefing:
In Pogba and Kanté, France have the best player at progressing the ball, and the best at winning it https://t.co/yPXjJXtVnm #FRACRO
Here’s how the dominant duo compare to the best of the rest: pic.twitter.com/l3rmxHECmW
An illustration of Kanté’s added value to whichever team he turns out for can be seen in the performances of Paul Pogba. At this World Cup Pogba has flourished alongside Kanté, raising hopes the Manchester United man could be ready to fulfil his awesome potential.
Related: Has the penny finally dropped for newly disciplined Paul Pogba?
Written by Jonathan Howcroft (now) and Ben Fisher (later)
This news first appeared on https://www.theguardian.com/football/live/2018/jul/15/world-cup-2018-final-buildup-latest-on-france-v-croatia-live under the title “World Cup 2018: Final buildup, latest on France v Croatia – live!”. Bolchha Nepal is not responsible or affiliated towards the opinion expressed in this news article.
