Nabil Bentaleb
Makes two tackles in loss
Bentaleb registered two tackles (two won), one clearance and two interceptions in Tuesday's 3-0 defeat to Argentina.
Analysis: Bentaleb made the third-most tackles and the second-most interceptions for Algeria during the loss. The midfielder had no offensive stats before subbing off in the 82nd minute. That was his fourth World Cup appearance as one of three current players that featured in Brazil 2014 for the country.
Back available for Monaco clash
Bentaleb (illness) has been cleared and is available for Sunday's clash against Monaco, according to coach Bruno Genesio.
Analysis: Bentaleb had been working his way back through team training after missing three consecutive fixtures following a minor surgical procedure for an infection, and his full clearance is a welcome boost for Lille heading into the weekend. The experienced midfielder figures to ease back in from the bench rather than jumping straight into the starting lineup given the time he has been out, but his availability gives coach Bruno Genesio a useful depth option in the middle of the park against Monaco.
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