Evan Ndicka
CB
Back Line Anchor
Aug 20, 1999 (26)
Left
6'4"
181 lb
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Resumes team training
N'Dicka (thigh) has resumed team training in recent days, marking a positive step in his recovery, according to DH Sports TV1.
Analysis: N'Dicka has missed Ivory Coast's first two group-stage matches against Ecuador and Germany due to a thigh injury, but his return to full team training is a major positive as the squad gears up for its group-stage finale against Curacao on June 25. Coach Emerse Fae will be eager to get his center-back back in the mix, as Ivory Coast will need all of its key pieces available to lock down second place in the group and punch its ticket to the knockout stage.
Won't play vs. Germany
N'Dicka (thigh) won't be available for Saturday's game against Germany, according to manager Emerse Fae. "The only player that's not available is the same player that was out against Ecuador. Everybody else is in perfect condition."
Analysis: N'Dicka will be sidelined for a second consecutive match, and after a strong defensive effort and a clean sheet against Ecuador, don't expect Ivory Coast to tweak the defensive line. That means Emmanuel Agbadou should continue to start alongside Wilfried Singo at center-back, with Odilon Kossounou and Ousmane Diomande as backup alternatives. N'Dicka's next chance to play will be the group-stage finale on June 25 against Curacao.
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