M. Thiaw — season analysis
For Newcastle (Premier League), Malick Laye Thiaw (Germany) is first about defending — his 2025/26 numbers tell that story.
So far he has scored 4 goals and provided 0 assists in 35 appearances — 4 goal contributions in total. That comes across 2,973 minutes on the pitch, or 0.12 goals per 90 minutes and 0.12 goal involvements per 90. He has started 33 of those matches.
He has attempted 20 shots (70% finding the frame) and converts 20% of them. He creates chances too, with 6 key passes and 89% passing accuracy. Off the ball he has made 44 tackles and 30 interceptions, winning 64% of his duels.
Disciplinary record this season: 4 yellow. Put together, his season yields an IIG of 7.1, the league-weighted impact score explained on our about page.
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