In a match between Fiorentina and the New Saints, the final result was a 2-0 victory for the Florentines. This encounter highlighted the performances of the Welsh team players, some of which deserve particular attention.
Performances of the New Saints players
Goalkeeper Roberts delivered a notable performance with a rating of 6.5. He was decisive, particularly with a great save from a shot by Kouame and being well-positioned during opposing strikes. Despite his efforts, he could not prevent the two goals conceded.
Daniels, rated 6, was effective in the lateral defense, limiting the incursions of Sottil while being proactive in individual duels. Davies, also rated 6, was the pillar of the defense, particularly active against the attacks orchestrated by Kouame and Beltran in the first half.
Bodenham, with a rating of 6, managed to contain the long-range shots from the Florentines while dominating aerial duels, playing a crucial role in stabilizing his team’s defense.
The challenges in attack and midfield
The performance of Redmond, rated 6, was a real challenge. Playing as a lateral defender, he had to face the assaults of Ikoné. Despite some difficulties, he managed to contain his opponent by being disciplined in his interventions. His presence helped avoid many dangerous situations.
In midfield, Clark showed a good spirit with a rating of 5.5, bringing rhythm and some goal-scoring opportunities, but remained subdued in the face of the opponent’s quality of play. His substitute McManus, rated 6, tried to energize the team’s play and was the author of the first on-target shot from the New Saints.
The difficulties in defense
Players like Smith and Daniel Williams, both rated 5.5, put in considerable effort in defense but lacked creativity. Smith was very active on the field, while Williams had to face tricky situations, including a yellow card for a defensive tackle.
Finally, Holden faced difficulties, rated 5, he could not provide the necessary build-up play and was limited to defensive interventions. Coach Craig Harrison, with a rating of 5.5, implemented a defensive strategy aiming for a draw, but it began to crumble after the opponent’s opening goal.
In summary, although the New Saints showed signs of resilience and pride, they could not achieve the desired result against a determined Fiorentina.
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