Trabzonspor's new signing Fabinho has posted a 91% pass completion rate across his first three Süper Lig matches. The midfielder's consistent distribution and defensive work have provided immediate stability in the centre of the park.
Fabinho completed 43 of his 47 pass attempts in the season opener against Gençlerbirliği, including a perfect 10 out of 10 long balls. He also contributed defensively with 2 interceptions and 5 loose ball recoveries in the 5-0 victory.
His form continued away at Konyaspor, where he again hit a 91% completion rate, finding a teammate with 49 of 54 passes. Defensively, he recorded 3 clearances, 1 interception, 3 loose ball recoveries, and won 6 out of 10 duels.
IMPACT IN THE GALATASARAY DERBY
His most notable performance came in the derby against Galatasaray on 19 September, a match Trabzonspor won 4-0. Playing the full 90 minutes, Fabinho completed 55 of 62 passes for an 88% accuracy rate. He won 8 of his 11 duels, made 3 clearances and 2 interceptions, blocked 2 shots, and recovered 6 loose balls. Trabzonspor currently sit 7th in the Süper Lig with 10 points.
Earlier in the season, he played 58 minutes against Amed Sportif Faaliyetler, winning both duels he contested and making one clearance. The team's current standing and upcoming fixtures will require this level of consistent output from the Brazilian. Trabzonspor's next league match is away to Samsunspor on 10 October.
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