Eric bailly latest news
Eric Bailly is a Ivorian professional footballer who plays as a center-back for Premier League club Manchester United and the Ivory Coast national team. Here are some of the latest news and updates about him:
Recent News:
- Injury Update: Bailly suffered a knee injury during Manchester United's 1-0 win over West Ham United on January 30, 2023, and was forced to leave the pitch. He is expected to be out for several weeks.
- Contract Extension: In December 2022, Manchester United announced that Bailly had signed a new contract extension with the club, keeping him at Old Trafford until 2025.
- Ivory Coast National Team: Bailly was named in the Ivory Coast squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Cameroon in March 2022. He played in both matches, helping his team secure a 2-1 aggregate win.
- Manchester United's Defensive Crisis: With several injuries to Manchester United's defenders, Bailly has been forced to play in an unfamiliar right-back role, providing cover for the team's defensive crisis.
Recent Quotes:
- "I'm feeling good, I'm working hard to get back to my best. I'm not thinking about the injury, I'm just focusing on my recovery." - Eric Bailly, speaking to Manchester United's official website in January 2023.
- "I'm proud to have extended my contract with Manchester United. I'm grateful for the trust the club has shown in me and I'm looking forward to continuing to play for this great team." - Eric Bailly, speaking to Manchester United's official website in December 2022.
Recent Stats:
- Appearances: Bailly has made 14 appearances for Manchester United in the 2022-23 season, scoring one goal.
- Pass Completion Rate: Bailly has a pass completion rate of 84.5% in the Premier League this season.
- Tackles Won: Bailly has won 2.3 tackles per game in the Premier League this season.
Please note that the information provided is accurate as of my knowledge cutoff date and may not reflect the latest updates.