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7M - Bundesliga best XI so far in 2016-17



Posted Sunday, January 15, 2017 by 7M Sport

7M - Bundesliga best XI so far in 2016-17

Among the top leagues in Europe, Bundesliga enjoy the longest winter break, which lasts for almost a month. The next league game will not kick off until January, 21st. 7M will bring you the best XI in 2016-17 Bundesliga campaign up to Round 16. Who will be selected into this dream team?

Goalkeeper: Manuel Neuer (Bayern Munich)

7M - Bundesliga best XI so far in 2016-17

In the Kicker's rating system, Manuel Neuer is the only world-class goalkeeper in the list. What makes Neuer so outstanding is his stability. He almost never makes mistakes, and occasionally produces great saves before the line. The Bayern stopper has only conceded 9 goals after 16 rounds, the fewest in Bundesliga. His consistent performance allows him to remain one of the world's best goalkeepers.

Left Back: Jonas Hector (FC Koln)

7M - Bundesliga best XI so far in 2016-17

During the Euro 2016, Jonas Hector already impressed us. He manages to continue his good form in the new season of Bundesliga. No matter in Germany's national team or in FC Koln, Hector gradually grows to be a reliable defender at the back. He always can win the aerial duels and has strong quality in crossing. It is worth mentioning that he plays for every minute in the first 16 games this term, which shows his great physical stamina.

Center Back: Mats Hummels (Bayern Munich)

7M - Bundesliga best XI so far in 2016-17

Mats Hummels returned to Bayern Munich in the last summer. But it seems that he does not need time to adjust to Bayern's system. He has a duel success rate of 70.3%, which is better than any other player in Bundesliga so far. Besides his solid defense, he often contributes to Bayern's attacks. His pinpoint long ball from the own half is one of Bayern's offensive ignitions.

Center Back: Willi Orban (RB Leipzig)

7M - Bundesliga best XI so far in 2016-17

RB Leipzig are stunners this season. They once reached the Bundesliga summit by overtaking Bayern Munich. Willi Orban starts in every game for Leipzig. He is undoubtedly the commander in the back line of the dark horses. Under his guidance, Leipzig have conceded the 3rd fewest goals in the league. In addition, his offensive quality cannot be underestimated, already with 2 goals and 1 assist to his name.

Right Back: Philipp Lahm (Bayern Munich)

7M - Bundesliga best XI so far in 2016-17

33-year-old Philipp Lahm is already a veteran in the young-aged Bundesliga, but he is still one of the top side backs in the league. In the top-of-the-table clash with RB Leipzig, Lahm contributed to Bayern's opener and forced Emil Forsberg to be sent off. The Bayern captain is still indispensable for the German champions.

Defensive Midfielder: Naby Keita (RB Leipzig)

7M - Bundesliga best XI so far in 2016-17

Naby Keita is the new signing of RB Leipzig in the last summer, but he quickly conquers the fans there. As a defensive midfielder, he serves as a midfield barrier and provides support to the attacking line. Apart from that, he enjoys a dribble success rate of 70.7%, the highest in Bundesliga. 4 goals and 2 assists is his record so far this term.

Offensive Midfielder: Thiago Alcantara (Bayern Munich)

7M - Bundesliga best XI so far in 2016-17

Thiago Alcantara is one of the best players under Carlo Ancelotti's new system. He plays in a position closer to the forwards and provides more assists. As the playmaker of the German champions, Thiago Alcantara has completed an average of 95.5 passes per game, more than any other player in the league. In the crucial clash with RB Leipzig, his 1 goal and 1 assist help the Bavarians move 3 points clear at the top of the table.

Left Winger: Emil Forsberg (RB Leipzig)

7M - Bundesliga best XI so far in 2016-17

Emil Forsberg is crowned the best midfielder in 2016 by the Swedish Football Association. With exquisite footwork and dribbling skills, Forsberg can easily tear apart the opposition's defensive line. Besides, he also has very strong long shot ability. With 5 goals and 8 assists to his name, Forsberg already grows up to be the core player in Leipzig this season.

Right Winger: Ousmane Dembele (Borussia Dortmund)

7M - Bundesliga best XI so far in 2016-17

Borussia Dortmund underwent a gloomy first half in this term, but Ousmane Dembele still has drawn our attention. This French youngster has completed 107 dribbles so far, the most in the current Bundesliga campaign. In his 15 appearances for the Bumblebees, he bags 4 goals and 7 assists, which makes him the best new signing in the German top flight.

Forward: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Borussia Dortmund)

7M - Bundesliga best XI so far in 2016-17

As the leader in the top scorer list, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has bagged 16 goals in 15 appearances in the league, more than 1 goal scored per game on average. Only Paris Saint-Germain's Edinson Cavani has found the back of the net on more occasions in Europe's five biggest leagues. His top performance certainly has attracted the attention of other powerhouses all around the Europe, including Real Madrid.

Forward: Robert Lewandowski (Bayern Munich)

7M - Bundesliga best XI so far in 2016-17

The goal machine Robert Lewandowski still keeps good form this term. With his 12 goals in this season so far, he has equalized the career goal record of Bayern legend Giovane Elber. Only Claudio Pizarro has scored more goals as a foreign player. Besides, the Polish is the only player to have scored against all 18 teams in the current Bundesliga. His free kick skill is his new weapon to put the ball into the net.

Bundesliga best XI so far in 2016-17

Goalkeeper: Manuel Neuer

Defender: Jonas Hector, Mats Hummels, Willi Orban, Philipp Lahm

Midfielder: Naby Keita, Thiago Alcantara, Emil Forsberg, Ousmane Dembele

Forward: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Robert Lewandowski

(7M / Oliver)



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