He had 65 touches of the ball, with a pass completion rate of just 74%.
“Without a doubt, he was the best player on the pitch.
A significant threat.” The national media expressed their confusion over how the most underrated Tottenham player was after his standout performance against Slovakia in the UEFA Nations League.
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dejan Kulusevski shone for Sweden in their 2-2 draw against Slovakia during a UEFA Nations League match.
Yasin Ayari and Ken Sema netted quick goals in the first half, giving Sweden a two-goal advantage. However, David Strelec’s brace around halftime ensured the teams split the points in an exciting match.
Kulusevski has been in excellent form for Tottenham this season and maintained that momentum, excelling in an advanced role for his national team. His performance drew praise from the Swedish media, highlighting his significant impact at the National Football Stadium in Slovakia.
Despite not scoring or assisting, the 24-year-old was crucial in the buildup to both of Sweden’s goals. Swedish outlet Fotbollskanalen rated him four out of five, stating, “Definitely the best player on the pitch. He often did whatever he wanted.”
They noted his involvement in key moments, including setting up a great opportunity for Viktor Gyökeres and being pivotal in both goals.
Svenskafans echoed this sentiment with the same rating, emphasizing his consistent threat alongside Ayari, though they felt he could have contributed to more goals.
In terms of statistics, Kulusevski had two shots on target, completed three dribbles, made three key passes, and created two significant chances. He recorded 65 touches but had a 74% pass completion rate, which reflected his tendency to attempt ambitious passes behind the Slovak defense.
Overall, Kulusevski was one of the standout players, finishing with a Sofascore rating of 7.9. His £25 million transfer to Tottenham is proving to be one of their best decisions, as he consistently delivers strong performances for both club and country.
