Euro 2024 Football News: Doku’s Dribbling Frustrates Aluko as Slovakia Stun Belgium
In a surprising turn of events at the Euro 2024 tournament, Slovakia managed to secure a 1-0 victory over the highly-fancied Belgium side. According to ITV’s football pundit Eni Aluko, Manchester City star Jeremy Doku’s first-half performance was a cause for concern as he was “being too clever” with his dribbling, leading to Slovakia’s opening goal.
Aluko explained, “That’s not the position you want to see [Jeremy Doku] dribbling, it is too clever. He is trying to be too casual and then he gets caught in two minds. Slovakia capitalise, it is a great flick and finish.” The rebound from Koen Casteels’ initial save was tapped in by Ivan Schranz, giving Slovakia an early lead.
Despite Belgium’s star-studded lineup, including Romelu Lukaku, Kevin De Bruyne, and Amadou Onana, they struggled to find the equalizer. Aluko noted that Lukaku had missed chances to bring the game level, and Doku’s higher-up the pitch dribbling is where he is most effective.
“They have had their chance but last little bit, that final connection is lacking. certainly from Lukaku who had chances.”
– Eni Aluko
The result has thrown Group F wide open, with Slovakia’s defensive display causing a significant upset. As the former England international mentioned, the Euro 2024 tournament continues to provide thrilling surprises, and football enthusiasts will be eagerly anticipating the next round of matches, hoping to see the Belgian ‘golden generation’ bounce back from this unexpected defeat.
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