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Switzerland's Manuel Akanji scores goal vs. Portugal in 57' | 2022 FIFA World Cup

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Makes seven clearances in win Akanji made a block, seven clearances and an interception in Friday's 3-2 victory against Serbia. He also took a shot and created a chance in the match.

Impact Akanji was solid in central defense during a back-and-forth group stage finale against Serbia on Friday, and he has played every minute of Switzerland's World Cup campaign heading into a Round of 16 clash with Portugal on Tuesday. He also took a shot in all three matches of the group stage.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brazil advances at World Cup with 1-0 win over Switzerland

Brazil overcame the absence of Neymar to beat Switzerland 1-0 and advance to the round of the 16 of the World Cup

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • Associated Press

Logs assist in loss Akanji logged one assist from three chances created and put one shot off target during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Brenford.

Impact Akanji did more work offensively to set up Phil Foden than in his position as Ivan Toney dominated physically en route to scoring twice. He's still done well since joining Manchester City, starting in 11 of his 12 appearances and keeping seven clean sheets. This was more than enough to retain his place with the Swiss national team and he should start regularly in Qatar.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Switzerland pick 4 goalkeepers amid World Cup injury doubts

Switzerland will take four goalkeepers to Qatar in a World Cup squad with injury concerns over first-choice Yann Sommer and backup Jonas Omlin

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • Associated Press

Starting against Fulham Akanji is fit and in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Fulham.

Impact Akanji returns after dealing with an injury suffered last week against Leicester. The defender makes his seventh league start for City as he's helped his club keep two cleansheets.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Okay for Saturday Akanji (undisclosed) is expected to be "okay" for Saturday's match against Fulham, according to manager Pep Guardiola.

Impact Akanji left early in last weekend's game against Leicester and he wasn't in the squad for the midweek contest. It's unclear the exact issue, but he appears to be fine and should again be an option to start against Fulham. Prior to injury, he'd started nine of the last 11 matches.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

With World Cup penalties rising, Switzerland has Sommer-time

A record number of penalties were awarded at the last World Cup because of video review so Switzerland will rely on Yann Sommer in Qatar

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • Associated Press

Haaland frustrated on Dortmund return as Man City draws 0-0

Borussia Dortmund frustrated Erling Haaland on his return and held Manchester City to a 0-0 draw to clinch a spot in the Champions League knockout stage with a game to spare

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • Associated Press

MATCHDAY: PSG, Chelsea look to advance in Champions League

Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain are looking for wins to guarantee advancing to the last 16 of the Champions League while Real Madrid and Manchester City will try to clinch first pl...

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • Associated Press

Keeps clean sheet in win Akanji kept a clean sheet with four tackles won during Saturday's 4-0 win over Southampton.

Impact Akanji started for a fifth time in the last six matches, this time at right-back to replace the injured Kyle Walker (groin). A successful effort against a weaker opponent is always good news, though it remains to be seen if Akanji will keep his place on the right so that Joao Cancelo can stay on the left while Walker is out. Should this happen, Sergio Gomez should continue to rack up minutes but will be less likely to start with consistency. For Akanji, he's now won eight tackles in his last three starts, keeping two clean sheets in that time.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in win Akanji won two-of-two tackles during Sunday's 6-3 win over Manchester United.

Impact Akanji has started in four straight games between the league and UCL, looking the part with his new club thanks to two clean sheets and seven tackles won. With Aymeric Laporte on his way back to full fitness, Akanji may not be such a lock in the lineup but he's certainly a reliable option when in the side.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Spain becomes latest heavyweight to fall at UEFA Nations League

Spain "will look for positives" after joining England and Germany on the list of shockers at the UEFA Nations League, writes Doug McIntyre.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Spain becomes latest heavyweight to fall at UEFA Nations League

Guardiola on Akanji signing: 'We couldn't live with two centre-backs' Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola explained the reasoning behind signing Manuel Akanji, while ruling out Aymeric Laporte for up to two m...

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

English soccer flaunts financial power in $2.2 billion spree

A record spending spree by Premier League clubs in the summer transfer market passed the $2.2 billion mark before the window closed with Manchester United, Manchester City, Liverpo...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 • Associated Press

Man City signs Akanji from Dortmund as defensive cover

Manchester City has secured defensive cover by signing center back Manuel Akanji from Borussia Dortmund for 17.5 million euros ($17.5 million)

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 • Associated Press

Manchester City complete Akanji signing Manchester City have completed the signing of Manuel Akanji from Borussia Dortmund. Akanji, 27, has signed a five-year deal with City. The c...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Man City close to agreement to sign Akanji from Dortmund Manchester City are close to an agreement with Borussia Dortmund for defender Manuel Akanji. Negotiations between the two clubs are ongoing...

AUGUST 30, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Consistent starter Akanji made 26 appearances (25 starts) during the 2021/22 Bundesliga season.

Impact Akanji was a consistent piece of the Dortmund defense throughout the campaign. The central defender's future is murky as reports have surfaced that he is refusing to sign a new contract, pushing Dortmund to sell him as he enters his final year with the club. That said wherever Akanji goes he will likely be a stout defender, and one capable of taking on some major minutes, as he has shown with four straight seasons over 2,200 minutes for Dortmund.

JUNE 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dortmund licks wounds, pivots to rebuild for next season

Borussia Dortmund is already looking ahead to the next season as its current campaign is set to end in frustration and disappointment

MAY 12, 2022 • Associated Press

First goal of season Akanji scored a goal with his lone shot while blocking a shot, making a tackle and four clearances during Saturday's 6-1 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Akanji found the back of the net in the 28th minute scoring Dortmund's second goal. The goal was the first of the season for the defender while his lone block led Dortmund in the win.

APRIL 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Koln Akanji (calf) is in Dortmund's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against FC Koln.

Impact Akanji has missed Dortmund's last four Bundesliga games since suffering a calf injury in mid-February, but he's back in the lineup from the start in central defense on Sunday.

MARCH 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Wednesday Akanji (calf) will not be in the squad to face Mainz on Wednesday.

Impact Akanji will be out of the lineup for his fifth consecutive contest due to his lingering calf problem. The defender has returned to training, so it's possible he'll be ready to get back on the pitch versus Koln on Sunday and just wasn't quiet ready for the club's mid-week clash.

MARCH 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Akanji (calf) returned to training Thursday, Dortmund announced.

Impact Akanji returned to training, and could be an option for Sunday's clash with Bielefeld, if that match happens. With Mats Hummels (COVID-19) testing positive for COVID-19, Akanji could be in line for a start, though rushing back from a long-term calf injury is a recipe for disaster to the already injury-stricken Dortmund defense.

MARCH 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Augsburg Akanji (calf) is not in Dortmund's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Augsburg.

Impact Akanji has missed Dortmund's last two games with a calf injury and he is out on Sunday as well. Marin Pongracic is filling in at center back in his absence against Augsburg.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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