Centerback Helps French Side to Clean Sheet
Mark McKenzie delivered a composed and defensively solid performance in his first match of the season as Toulouse secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over OGC Nice at the Allianz Riviera. The 26-year-old United States international center-back played the full 90 minutes, anchoring a resilient defensive display that ultimately frustrated the home side's attacking efforts.
McKenzie's statistical output reflected his disciplined approach to the match. He maintained excellent passing accuracy with 42 of 45 passes finding their target (93%), including six long passes completed and nine passes into the final third, demonstrating his ability to build play from the back. McKenzie also completed eight clearances, including five headers that neutralized Nice's aerial threats. He added two crucial blocks.
His 59 touches throughout the match indicated his involvement in Toulouse's patient build-up play, while his single chance created and venture into the opposition box demonstrated his occasional forays forward. McKenzie's clean and disciplined performance – committing no fouls while not being fouled – epitomized the defensive solidity that helped Toulouse weather Nice's pressure before Djibril Sidibé's dramatic 89th-minute winner sealed the victory.
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