Ajax Coach Defends Israeli Player Oskar Gloukh Amidst Criticism
Translated & summarized from Sport5 by baba
Ajax coach Michel defended Israeli player Oskar Gloukh after criticism of his performance in a 2-0 Conference League win against Atalanta. While some media and fans questioned Gloukh's decision-making and vision, Michel praised his contribution and continuity. Gloukh started the match and was substituted with the score tied, but late goals from teammates secured the victory. Gloukh hopes to translate his coach's trust into more goals and assists.
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- Ajax coach Michel defended Israeli player Oskar Gloukh after criticism of his performance.
- Gloukh started in Ajax's 2-0 Conference League win over Atalanta but was substituted at 0-0.
- Dutch media gave Gloukh a low rating and cited a need to improve attacking vision.
- Social media users criticized Gloukh's ball-holding and decision-making, though some defended him.
- Substitute Abdallah Mazan, who replaced Gloukh, scored the second goal for Ajax.
Ajax coach Michel has defended Israeli player Oskar Gloukh following criticism of his performance in the team's 2-0 Conference League victory over Atalanta on Thursday. Gloukh started the match and had several scoring opportunities before being substituted in the 62nd minute with the score tied 0-0. Despite some fans and media questioning his play, Michel praised Gloukh's contribution, stating, "I think Oskar played a good game. He is a player who gives us continuity in the game and always wants to receive the ball. I am satisfied with his work." The coach also highlighted Gloukh's role in attacking spaces and entering from the wing to the center.
However, Dutch media and social media users expressed mixed reactions. Football site "Voetbalprimeur" gave Gloukh a rating of 5.5, noting that while he is active and threatening, he needs to improve his vision in the final stages of attacks. The site also suggested that Gloukh might face competition from substitute Abdallah Mazan, who scored the second goal. Social media comments focused on Gloukh's tendency to hold the ball too long and attempt individual plays instead of passing. Some fans defended him, calling him the "most creative player on the pitch."
Despite the criticism, Gloukh continues to receive significant playing time from Michel. In the match against Atalanta, his team secured the win with late goals from Tolo Arokodare in the 87th minute and Mazan in added time. Gloukh will be looking to convert the trust shown by his coach into goals and assists in future games.
