Thomas Kristensen
UDIPuts up numbers in Cremonese bout
Kristensen drew one foul and registered 11 clearances and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Cremonese.
Analysis: Kristesen tallied double-digit clearances for the first time in eight matches, but he didn't pick up many other stats, and his team allowed one goal. He has helped secure two clean sheets in the last five rounds, scoring once and registering three tackles (all won), five interceptions and three blocks over that span. He's averaging 7.2 clearances per match.
Logs eight clearances in Cagliari match
Kristensen generated eight clearances, two blocks and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Cagliari.
Analysis: Kristensen was on point defensively, as Cagliari managed to secure yet another clean sheet. He has contributed to five in the last seven rounds, recording seven tackles (five won), five interceptions and six blocks over that span. He has tallied at least one clearance in every game, averaging 7.1 per contest.
Wins two tackles versus Lazio
Kristensen (head/neck) had two interceptions, one clearance and one cross (zero accurate) and won two of two tackles in Monday's 3-3 draw with Lazio.
Analysis: Kristensen experienced no ill effects after bowing out a little early last week and had an okay showing in a so-so day for the Udinese defense. He has notched at least one tackle and one interception in the last three fixtures, amassing six of each (five won). He also maintained his season-long streak of games with one or more clearances.
Starts Monday
Kristensen (neck) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Lazio.
Analysis: Kristensen was already deemed fit for Monday and is earning time immediately, as the defender finds the starting XI. He continues to be a regular starter and should remain in this role to end the season, only missing two starts when fit and earning seven clean sheets in 24 appearances.
Good to go for Lazio fixture
Kristensen (head/neck) has been cleared and has been spotted in training after the last game, Messaggero Veneto reported.
Analysis: Kristensen hurt his neck more than his head in the last round, but avoided serious issues and should be able to continue starting. He has contributed to three clean sheets in the last five matches, registering 35 clearances, five interceptions and five tackles (three won).
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