With a disastrous balance sheet (four injured) and mixed luck, we analyze one by one the players who have traveled with their national teams
Christensen, who played the 180 minutes with a Denmark that achieved the victory against France, was one of the faces along with a Raphinha that came out against Tunisia
They end 7-8 days of national team break that, in the case of Barça, have become eternal. And not only because the fans are very connected to the team and want to see their team in action every week, but because of the multiple incidents that have been taking place. On the first day of matches, the first, Koundé, De Jong and Memphis fell. In one stroke The three, back to Barcelona. Worst possible start. The second day, as soon as he set foot in the field like the one he says, Araujo fell. Serious. He will end up going through the operating room.
Beyond that string of misfortunes and terrible news, at a sporting level not everything has been so negative. The face is represented, for example, by a Christensen who has played the 180′ and who was one of the architects of Denmark’s victory against France or Jordi Alba. The man from L’Hospitalet recovered sensations after a difficult start to the season at Barça. Ownership, 90′ and goal against Switzerland.
ONE BY ONE REVIEW
Of the rest, we review one by one the sensations, performance, accumulated minutes and how it has gone for both them and their national teams.
7
Ter Stegen, goalkeeper
Upward
He made a mistake in a high start (like against Bayern) in the first match against Hungary that cost the goal. Against England he was the best and made two prodigious saves. 180′ and two losses.
7
Arnau Tenas, goalkeeper
Sure
Starter before the match against Romania and substitute against Norway. Spain sub’21 won 1-4 with a couple of worthwhile interventions by Vic, who could do little with Miculescu’s goal.
7
Alejandro Balde, defender
Convincing
Transferring his good moment at Barça to the ‘Rojita’. Debut of the left-back with the sub’21 very serious, safe behind and contributing in attack. 45′ in the win against Romania and another 45′ against Norway. Growing.
8
Andreas Christensen, defender
Kaiser
Two complete games at a very high level for the Nordic. Denmark fell in Croatia in a very disputed game and gave the bell by knocking out France (2-0). An impeccable Andreas who expects a lot of minutes in the coming weeks.
7
Jordi Alba, defender
rejuvenated
The one from L’Hospitalet started against Switzerland. 90 minutes after barely participating in the start of the season with Barça. He finished off a great play by Asensio with a good cross shot. He arrives with good feelings.
6
Eric Garcia, defender
Released
‘Lucho’ decided to leave him out of the squad against Portugal to the relief of Barcelona fans. In La Romareda’s clash against Switzerland he was unlucky in one of the goals from set pieces, but it didn’t turn out to be a bad game. Many starts await him at can Barça.
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Ronald Araujo, defender
Sunken
He had been on the pitch for a minute in Austria and noticed a puncture. The worst omens were fulfilled and he goes through the operating room. Between two and three months off. Terrible for the interests of Barça.
6
Sergio Busquets, midfielder
Drowned
Discreet match against Switzerland. The Swiss coach placed a permanent marker on him and managed to disconnect the main catalyst of Spain’s game. Substitute against Portugal, he came into the break and was decisive giving balance and making the ball flow.
8
Gavi, midfielder
Leader
He was the best in the match against Switzerland. Claw, delivery, pressure up. He recovered countless balls and was the heart of Spain. Against Portugal, he was once again key to changing the sign of the game.
7
Pedro, midfielder
infected
Like his teammates, he did not have his best day against Switzerland. He could not display his football, despite the fact that, as always, he did not give up his efforts. He left some sparkle. Against Portugal, entering the second half, he was more inspired and influenced the team’s game.
6
Koundé, defense
Unlucky
The Frenchman had only been on the pitch for 22 minutes against Austria and noticed a discomfort in his hamstring. Deschamps had to replace him and will be out for 2-3 weeks. Very important setback for Xavi.
7
Kessie, midfielder
Goal scorer
90 minutes and game rhythm for a Franck Kessie who has led Ivory Coast to two wins in two friendlies. In the first, in addition, scoring a penalty. The break has been good for him.
7
Frenkie de Jong, midfielder
harnessed
Van Gaal had to relieve him at the break due to some discomfort. At first, nothing important. The Dutchman had taken the lead against Poland in the first half. He will miss a couple of games.
6
Dembele, striker
Reserved
The man from Évreaux played just 12 minutes against Austria and was very active. He connected dangerously with Mbappé and generated. He finished with the twins a little loaded and they agreed with Deschamps that he rest against Denmark.
8
Raphinha, forward
Differential
Starting in both friendlies with Brazil, he shone especially in the second against Tunisia. Two great goals, one of them in an unusual head record. He continues to grow and show that he is differential near the box.
6
Fernando Torres, forward
Willful
Two titles and two discreet parties of the Valencian. Voluntary, participatory, but dragging that lack of confidence. He has talent, but he needs to step up.
7
Robert Lewandowski, forward
Leader
Key in the victory against Wales (0-1) with an assist of pure caviar for Swiderski. Captaining Poland and being the beacon in attack of a team that depends a lot on him.
6
Memphis Depay, forward
jinxed
The former Lyon player had to be substituted in the 51st minute. And, when the gravity was confirmed, he was sent back to Barcelona. He was good and active the time he was on the green in Poland. In a complicated start to the season, another bad news.