lol and just like that the finally break down a low block and then it’s Hazard of all people breaking the high line This game makes no sense
he's still a revolving door defensively but not only did he not make any contact with the player but he got the ball too
Hahaha you’re exactly right. Certainly a winnable match but not exactly the ideal draw given the other possibilities. The other and more pressing issue is that the match is scheduled for the day after the international break ends which means none of the SA players would be back in time for it. Apparently the club is going to request that the Brazilian FA release those players early so that they’re able to travel back and train/be available for the match. No Vini, Casemiro, Militao, Rodrygo or Valverde would make things much more difficult for sure.
apparently they've already declined the request, which is even more ridiculous when you consider that they've already qualified for the WC
still early and they’re creating good chances but I’m afraid this is turning into another dominating performance where they just have 15+ shots but can’t finish and find the net
glad they clawed back a point but the major attacking problems clearly still persist against the low blocks
That was a strange game. Looked dominant for long stretches but then simply pathetic at times that cost them.
Benzema's injury isn't thought to be serious and while he might sit out the CdR match against Bilbao he's expected to be ready for PSG the following week
The Good: Bild reporting it’s done and just hasn’t and won’t be announced because of the upcoming CL tie
they're already gonna be short handed as fuck Thursday sounds like the club is holding it's breath and the goal is for him to be ready for PSG on the 15th
Asensio as a false 9? I get that Carlo loves the Brazilians (or hates Jovic and Hazard) but I still can't believe he's starting Vini, Case & Militao like 24 hours after they returned from the international break
also Alaba at LB and Nacho in the middle which is a bit of a surprise edit: but definitely the right call given the speed of Inaki & Nico down that right flank
incredibly poor across the board disappointing effort all around starting with Carlo's selection & tactics imo
Isco as a false 9? How much does Carlo hate Hazard and Jovic? And why keep them around if they’re not even going to play when the starters are unavailable?
At least they’re actually creating chances and getting shots on goal. Just need to keep the pressure up and be mindful of the acres of space Marcelo’s leaving down the left flank so they’re not countered
also he’s still young but Camavinga is not a holding mid nor is he a replacement for Casemiro. He’s just not and his ability is wasted there.
what a ridiculous bullshit whistle and awful officiating he was clearly on and and it clearly wasn’t a foul and his in alone on goal, why the fuck wouldn’t you let that play and then review it like the rules call for?
Marcelo just isn’t a first team player anymore. Full stop. Carlo has to bring on Nacho and move Alaba to the left because Marcelo offers literally nothing in defense. Not like that’s the only issue because they’re a mess all over the field and the front three are totally disconnected unless Vini comes back to the edge of his own box to receive the ball.