Ime Okon
CB
Ball-Playing Centre Back
Feb 20, 2004 (22)
Right
6'2"
183 lb
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Provides defensive leadership
Okon generated two clearances and two interceptions in Wednesday's 1-0 win versus South Korea.
Analysis: Okon registered two interceptions, one key passe and two aerial duel wins across his 90 minutes as the central figure in South Africa's back three in Wednesday's 1-0 win over South Korea, providing the defensive leadership and positional discipline that kept Oh Hyun-Gyu and Hwang Hee-Chan largely contained throughout a match where his side's compact shape frustrated a technically superior South Korean attack. His leadership, aerial strength and ability to organize the backline in high-pressure situations make him the most important defensive figure in South Africa's squad, and his performances across three group games have been central to the clean sheet record that has carried Bafana Bafana into the round of 32 for the first time in the nation's history.
Racks up five clearances in draw
Okon generated one tackle (one won), five clearances and one interception in Thursday's 1-1 draw versus Czech Republic.
Analysis: South Africa were busy on the defensive end throughout the game, so it wasn't surprising to see Okon record five clearances. Okon has started both games so far and should keep his place in the XI for the group-stage finale against South Korea on May 24.
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