Cameron Burgess
CB
Ball-Playing Centre Back
Oct 21, 1995 (30)
Left
6'4"
205 lb
Scores own goal vs. USA
Burgess registered an own goal, one clearance and one interception in Friday's 2-0 defeat to USA.
Analysis: Burgess tried to clear a low cross from Folarin Balogun, but in the process of preventing Ricardo Pepi from scoring from close range, he ended up slotting the ball into his own net. To make things even worse, Burgess didn't rack up many defensive stats either. Despite the own goal, Burgess should remain in the XI for the group-stage finale against Paraguay on Thursday, June 25.
Plays full game
Burgess registered two tackles (one won), six clearances and one interception in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Turkey.
Analysis: Burgess played the full 90 minutes in Australia's 2-0 victory over Turkey, finishing with six clearances (three headed clearances) and an interception while winning all four of his duels. He was repeatedly called into action as Turkey controlled possession for long stretches and looked to generate danger through crosses and sustained pressure around the box, though Burgess remained composed throughout and helped limit clear-cut opportunities despite facing one of the tournament's more talented attacking groups. He entered the World Cup after another season as a regular starter in the Championship for Swansea and once again demonstrated why he has become a trusted figure in Australia's back line.
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