5 best left backs in world football right now (2021)

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West Ham United v Liverpool - Premier League
West Ham United v Liverpool - Premier League

#3 Andrew Robertson | Liverpool

West Ham United v Liverpool - Premier League
West Ham United v Liverpool - Premier League

When Virgil van Dijk's injury threatened Liverpool's defense last season, players like Andy Robertson rose to the occasion.

Robertson's past four seasons with the Reds have seen the star pick up a brilliant 37 assists. Last season, he managed seven assists from 38 games. However, fellow wing-back Trent Alexander-Arnold took more of the attacking acclaim in Liverpool.

His defensive output has increased notably this season. The star is averaging one interception, one tackle and three clearances per Premier League appearance.

His balance of attack and defense remains top-notch. The ace left-back is also maintaining over a key pass per game on average in all competitions this season.


#2 Joao Cancelo | Manchester City

Manchester City v Club Brugge KV: Group A - UEFA Champions League
Manchester City v Club Brugge KV: Group A - UEFA Champions League

The Manchester City star has a penchant for making his mark as a full-back on either flank. Pep Guardiola has enjoyed using him on whichever side needs a player.

Joao Cancelo has found his form on the left flank this season and his stats for City are incredible. He has scored two goals and made three assists in just four Champions League appearances.

His Premier League stats haven't been as enigmatic, with the star picking up just two assists in eleven games. However, his presence in the final third has been exponential with over two shots per game in the league.

His defensive output has also been impressive, with Cancelo averaging nearly three interceptions and two tackles per game in all competitions.


#1 Alphonso Davies | Bayern Munich

FC Bayern München v Sport-Club Freiburg - Bundesliga
FC Bayern München v Sport-Club Freiburg - Bundesliga

He's just 21, but the youngster has already won 10 major trophies with Bayern Munich. This includes three back-to-back Bundesliga titles.

Nicknamed the Roadrunner, Alphonso Davies is arguably one of the fastest footballers in the world, having clocked 22.6 mph in June 2020. But the star isn't just about speed. Davies is a brilliant dribbler who has averaged nearly three dribbles per game throughout his entire career.

So far this season, the star has managed an astounding four dribbles per game in the Bundesliga. In 10 games, he has helped the Bavarian giants with three assists.

While Davies enjoys the bulk of his time on the pitch in the final third, his defensive output has remained strong. He has averaged nearly two tackles, one interception and one clearance per game in the Bundesliga this season.

His capacity to cause havoc on the left flank for Bayern notably guided the side to a Champions League trophy two seasons ago. The star is still in top form.

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