The qualifying round for the quarterfinals of the Europa Conference League was held on Thursday (10/3) by PAOKwhich prevailed 1-0 welcoming the Ghentin the first match between them.
Quite a nervous start from the Thessalonians, who were unable to break it pressing of the Belgians. However, they then balanced the game, taking the reins from time to time. Deactivation plan of Jasmine Kurtic successfully prepared by the guests, something that could not happen in its phase 58 ‘when the Slovenian midfielder sent the ball into the net with direct foul execution.
In detail, the key points from PAOK’s dominance over Ghent according to the “coach of the podium”:
* The 3-4-2-1 of Vanhazenburg that blocked PAOK: The basic formation of Ghent is 3-4-1-2. In Toumba she was lined up by her coach, Hein Vanhazenburgwith 3-4-2-1. And yet this change played a role, which helped the way the Belgians played. The guests they pushed very high from the beginningwith the duo behind the forks to catalytically assist in the pressing on the axis, at the point where the build up of PAOK began.
The Thessalonians were unable to break the pressure of their opponents and consequently to keep the ball in the first minutes. Then, of course, they balanced by taking the reins at intervals. After all, it’s very difficult to constantly press…
* The disabled Kurtic: He was visible to the naked eye from the beginning of the match. Basic targeting of guests was how Kurtic will not touch the ball! The Slovenian midfielder always had a player on him (either Ofoe, Koums, or anyone else) before he even headed for the game (something that rarely happened in the first half).
It was completely out of the game for Lutsescu’s team, something that was reflected in its incomplete creation. The first time he came in contact with the conditional ball was at 52 ‘, when he was pulled to the right to take out the ball for Akpom’s head. To get to 58 ‘, when the Belgians wanted, they could not mark him. The 33-year-old midfielder committed the foul directly and everything else is history…
* Could have taken advantage of the static phases earlier: Agreed. When you win 1-0 and the goal has been entered with a direct foul, then if nothing else a “check” is put in the. Box with the utilization of the static phases. And yet, PAOK could have done it to a much greater degree. Especially when he was for the time being his main way of threatening (including eight corners).
* He was not threatened by the direct game of Ghent: It is the basic racing philosophy of Ghent. And the truth is that he tried to apply it in Toumba as well, with the Belgians attempting a direct game. Nevertheless, the hosts showed up read and having in several cases good returnswere in minimal danger.
* Wow a Lyratzis: The title of “MVP” cannot but go to Jasmine Kurtic. However, the best player of the hosts was Lefteris Lyratzis. Incredible match from the 22-year-old right back. From those that stigmatize you (in the positive sense) and that make your career! Amazing in his defensive duties, with key interventions and at the same time one of the most active attackers with many promotions.
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