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Axel Laurent Angel Lambert Witsel (born 12 January 1989) is a Belgian professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder or centre-back for La Liga club Atlético Madrid and the Belgium national team. He originally also played in more offensive roles such as central or attacking midfielder.
Transfermarkt provides information on Axel Witsel, a 35-year-old centre-back from Belgium who plays for Atlético Madrid. See his biography, performance data, national team career, market value and more.
May 12, 2023 · Axel Witsel has announced his retirement from international duty after 15 years representing the Belgium national team. The Atletico Madrid midfielder made his first appearance for his country...
May 12, 2023 · AP. BRUSSELS (AP) — Veteran midfielder Axel Witsel is the latest member of Belgium's so-called Golden Generation to end his international career. The 34-year-old Witsel made 130 appearances in...
Dec 3, 2021 · CNN —. After playing for clubs in five different countries over a 15-year period, Axel Witsel’s thoughts are starting to turn towards home. “I travel a lot,” Witsel, now in his third ...
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On average, Witsel is involved in 17 challenges per 90 minutes, winning almost 60% of them, and reliably covers between 11 and 12 kilometres per game. Especially in his first year at BVB, the Belgian was the standard-setter in his strategically important role in front of the defence.
May 12, 2023 · Published 11:46 AM PDT, May 12, 2023. BRUSSELS (AP) — Veteran midfielder Axel Witsel is the latest member of Belgium’s so-called Golden Generation to end his international career. The 34-year-old Witsel made 130 appearances in a 15-year career with Belgium, scoring 12 goals.
