Lens-TFC: The Toulouse players faced a powerful Lens team at Bollaert stadium, on Tuesday, April 21st, and quickly succumbed to the fervent home crowd. Who struggled? Who managed to shine instead? La Dépêche du Midi provides a detailed assessment.
– Haug (4/10): Despite a heavy scoreline at halftime, the blame cannot be solely placed on the Norwegian goalkeeper, who conceded a penalty and a close-range Udol goal.
– Koumbassa (4): The Toulouse player had a tough time controlling Saint-Maximin, often being outmaneuvered. Substituted by KAMANZI in the 76th minute.
– Cresswell (4): Smiling off the field but struggled during the match, mystified by Abdulhamid’s cross leading to a goal.
– Nicolaisen (5): The Toulouse captain had a neutral performance, being one of the least challenged defenders.
– Sidibé (4.5): Struggled to provide support on the right flank and was surpassed by Udol in Lens’s second goal. Subbed off for RUSSELL-ROWE in the 64th minute.
– Cásseres (4.5): Found it difficult against Lens’s midfield, with unusual ball losses under pressure. Substituted by SAUER in the 86th minute.
– Diop (3.5): Made a significant foul on Thauvin, leading to a penalty after VAR review. Replaced by VOSSAH in the 64th minute.
– Methalie (3.5): Ineffective in the first half, leading to a tactical positional change.
– Donnum (4.5): Missed a crucial chance in the first half and provided the assist for Hidalgo’s goal.
– Emersonn (4.5): Assisted Hidalgo’s goal with a skillful right-footed cross.
– Hidalgo (5): Scored Toulouse’s only goal and was replaced by AZIZI in the 76th minute.
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