In the first match in Manaus between Sweden and Colombia at the Men’s Olympic Football Tournament Rio 2016, the Eurpopean side’s Pa Konate could be seen bursting forward down the wing on multiple occasions. Moments later, he was chasing down opposing forwards Miguel Borja and Teofilo Gutierrez.
In many ways, his tactical positioning is a representation of the modern full-back: half-attack, half-defence. So what does it take to play in the position? FIFA.com caught up with the Malmo-born man to find out and to learn more about the recent strides he’s made in his young career.
FIFA.com: How long have you been playing left-back and how long have y…