Arjan Malić received a splendid recognition: The Comparisonator platform has selected him as the most outstanding youngster in the 2. Bundesliga
Photo: SV Ried
Arjan Malić, who hails from Jesenice, was practically unheard of just last year. Today, he is considered one of the most promising footballers in Austria, representing a bright future not only for football in our neighboring country but also for football here. A member of Ried, Malić has been wearing the jersey of the Slovenian youth national teams for some time now. Despite all the positive developments following his surprising breakthrough into the senior team of his club, he has now been bestowed with a new honor.
The Comparisonator platform, respected and highly useful in the world of football by various football stakeholders, has selected 18-year-old based on statistically supported facts as the most outstanding young footballer under 21 years old in the second Austrian league!
“In dynamic Austrian football, the second league is a fertile ground for nurturing young talents, where promising players emerge, leaving their mark on the sport. Through precise analysis provided by the Comparisonator platform, four standout individuals have been identified who have excelled in their positions. These players, each excellent in their role, embody the vibrancy and potential of Austrian youth football,” they recently wrote on the website of the mentioned platform.
“Arjan Malić epitome of solidity and calmness”
Given the performances of the young Slovenian, who despite his youth has played 24 matches, scored 1 goal, and provided 2 assists, they added: “Malić, who plays in the heart of Ried’s defense, epitomizes solidity and calmness in the backline. His statistics in the realm of central defenders indicate dominance, as he has ranked very highly in various key indicators. His ability to successfully navigate situations under pressure, coupled with skillful ball retrieval in the opponent’s half, highlights his versatility in the mold of a modern defender. Additionally, his dominance in ground duels won showcases his physical presence and determination. With all these attributes, he is a significant force in Ried’s backline.”
But who is Arjan Malić anyway? He recently shared his life story with us during a visit to the Planet Football website. Read our conversation with him at this link.
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Author: editorial Football Planet