55
Caps
3
Goals
2
Assists
6.9
Rating
55
Sentiment
13
Squad #
Fitness Status
Minor Concern
Veteran, playing in Saudi
Scouting Report
Tactical Riskmedium
At 35, he brings irreplaceable veteran wisdom—the kind of composure that steadies an entire squad under World Cup pressure.
Selection Riskmedium
N'Golo Kanté carries manageable lineup risk because medical workload is being monitored; age/workload management is part of the decision.
Sentimentneutral
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