He was completely inconspicuous until the goal. Actually a mediocre game from him. I think this hype is pretty exaggerated.
He is only 17 years old and plays against older people!
Now we have a talent, he’s fun and still people complain.
I really find it sickening.
Even at 17, you should be allowed to play weaker games. It is completely natural that performance fluctuates at this age. This culture of nagging is really getting on my nerves. Let a 17 year old who has been a pro for 3 months find himself first and give him time.
Probably a bit spoiled by Yamal.
You’re welcome to have a weaker game. Nobody says anything about that. But those who write such a match report should classify it accordingly. I think that’s what the original poster is about more than the achievements themselves. After such a performance, to write in the headline about “flying high” or that he was “convincing” I also think it’s something about it
Yes, both are somehow correct. There are definitely people here (I don’t necessarily mean you) who are always looking for a fly in the ointment. People talk badly and put things into perspective, even when things are going great. At the same time, from a journalistic point of view, it is always annoying when something is hyped just to attract attention.
The truth here is probably: He played a rather inconspicuous game, but still got something out of it for him personally and helped the team.
Personally, I think that, especially in games that go mediocre (be it personal or team-related), getting something out of it is always something strong, but of course the player cannot rest on his laurels and the player has to be able to classify it.