Gil Vicente searched for a dependable left-back for quite some time. Now, with Konan, they seem to have finally found him. The defender recently put on an excellent show against Famalicão. He is truly making that position his own. Konan has started the last three matches and looks set to be in the lineup again for the game against Moreirense.
Let’s look at the full picture. This player from the Ivory Coast proved his worth with clear numbers in that regional derby against Famalicão. Data from OPTA shows Konan completed three dribbles, a 60% success rate. He also managed one successful cross. The left-back made 30 passes with a 75% success rate. He won four duels and sent two shots towards Lazar Carevic’s goal.
Konan played the entire 90 minutes in that match. He also showed strong defensive effort alongside his teammates. Coach César Peixoto, 44, sees Konan as a breath of fresh air for his tactical plans. The 29-year-old player has fit into the Barcelos club perfectly. He even knows the club’s anthem by heart.
A video posted by Gil Vicente on social media shows Konan singing the anthem almost perfectly. This really shows his dedication during his first month with the team. Away from the pitch, he has also won over the Gil Vicente supporters. Like his fellow countrymen, Mory Gbane, who now plays for Reims, and Mohamed Bamba, Konan is a friendly face. He has quickly become a favorite among the fans.