Aleksandar Pavlovic
BayernCM
Creative Playmaker
May 3, 2004 (22)
Both
6'2"
165 lb
Limited impact in win
Pavlovic recorded one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Cote D'ivoire.
Analysis: Pavlovic benefited from his national team's high possession to continue racking up passing numbers, staying close to his average of 65.5 accurate passes per game, even though he played only 60 minutes versus Ivory Coast. Other than that, the midfielder had a quiet outing as he didn't face a lot of defensive work. He has featured in a double pivot alongside Felix Nmecha in the initial pair of games but shared time on the pitch with Nadiem Amiri, who provided an assist off the bench in the last match and could put some pressure in the race for starting spots.
Plays 90 Sunday
Pavlovic recorded three shots, three tackles and a chance created in Sunday's 7-1 win over Curacao.
Analysis: Pavlovic would earn the start for Germany on Sunday and had a decent match in the midfield, completing 63 passes while still having some production in the attack. He would be a part of the play where his team was caught sleeping by Curacao, leading to their goal, although it was not solely on the midfielder. He should remain in the starting role, with Felix Nmecha and Leon Goretzka appearing to be the midfield duo set to rotate.
Set for first World Cup
Pavlovic is expected to be a starter for Germany at the 2026 World Cup.
Analysis: Pavlovic is heading to the World Cup for the first time this summer, not just set to join the team, but likely to be a starter for his nation. He earns this place after breaking onto the scene with Bayern Munich over the past two seasons, most recently starting in 30 of his 38 appearances between UCL and league play this season, adding four goals and two assists during the 2025/26 campaign. He will likely see a similar role with Germany as he sees with Bayern, mainly a defensive midfielder that acts as an anchor and nearly another defender at times. However, he may see some rotation throughout the tournament, sharing time with the likes of Pascal Gross and Angelo Stiller.
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