Amar Dedić
SLB
RB
Balanced Full Back
Aug 18, 2002 (24)
Right
5'11"
163 lb
NewcastleGame-high four tackles won in exit
Dedic took one shot (off target), created one chance, won four tackles, and committed two fouls in Wednesday's 2-0 loss to the USA.
Analysis: Deployed as an attacking right-sided defender, he balanced his defensive responsibilities against Christian Pulisic with his usual desire to get forward whenever Bosnia could break out of its own half. The U.S. dominated possession for much of the contest, limiting Dedić's opportunities to influence the attack, but he remained one of Bosnia's most active outlets. As one of the team's key wide defenders, he provided pace, attacking width, and defensive stability while helping Bosnia reach the knockout stage for the first time in its World Cup history.
Starting Wednesday
Dedic (thigh) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against the USA.
Analysis: Dedic is fit once again and ready for play immediately, as the defender earns a spot in the starting XI to face the USMNT. This major news after he started their first two group stage matches, needed very much to stop the American attack. He should remain a starter moving forward if Bosnia remains in the competition.
Ready to play
Dedic (thigh) will be available for Wednesday's match against the United States after overcoming his injury, reprezentacija.ba reports.
Analysis: Dedic had recorded 90 minutes in two consecutive contests before getting hurt, so there's a reasonable chance he'll see minutes in the round of 32 at the expense of Amar Memic. Having returned to training sessions a few days prior to the knockout match, Dedic will look to earn a significant role on the right side of a back four, although he'll face difficult challenges for the remainder of the tournament and may be forced to defend for long stretches of games.
Rejoins training
Dedic (thigh) is in training ahead of Wednesday's match against the USA, according to Bosnian Football.
Analysis: Dedic is looking to make a return in the group stage after his absence from the team's group stage finale, with the defender earning a spot in training Sunday. This is major news, as he will now only need to continue to train to make the team sheet Wednesday. He will have a tall task of defending against Christian Pulisic on the right of the defense, needing to be fully fit to cover the prolific player.
Ruled out against Qatar
Dedic is unavailable against Qatar as he has not recovered in time from a small thigh issue, according to BIHFootball.
Analysis: Dedic missed Bosnia's last training session before the game due to a minor muscle issue in the front of his thigh. Despite optimism from coach Sergej Barbarez that he could still be available, he is now reported to be ruled out, a huge blow given his importance and the magnitude of the clash, with Amar Memic a possible option to replace him.
Solid effort against Swiss
Dedic recorded one shot on goal, two tackles and three clearances in Thursday's 4-1 loss to Switzerland.
Analysis: Dedic was a solid factor in the match Thursday despite the rough loss, as the defender earned himself a decent outing. He would only see the one shot in the attack, but earned plenty of stats in the defense with the four goals conceded, notching an interception, two tackles and three clearances. He is more than likely to maintain this role, one of Bosnia's better players, through two matches.
Records seven clearances
Dedic recorded two tackles (one won) and seven clearances in Friday's 1-1 draw against Canada.
Analysis: Bosnia were under heavy pressure throughout the second half, but Dedic was one of the standout performers from a defensive standpoint after racking up the second-highest mark in clearances. Look for Dedic to keep his place in the starting XI for the match against Switzerland on June 18, though his fantasy upside will mostly be limited to defensive contributions.
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