performance analysis

David Edgar Shares Hilarious Cyriel Dessers Joke After Rangers’ Dramatic Draw with Olympiacos

08/11/2024 Raymond 0

David Edgar jokingly described Cyriel Dessers as the “weirdest player” Rangers have ever had following their 1-1 draw with Olympiacos in the Europa League on November 7. Although Dessers scored the equalizer in Greece, his performance was marred by several missed chances, highlighting the inconsistency that has plagued his time at Ibrox. Edgar, reflecting on his 42 years of watching Rangers, humorously suggested that someone should conduct a study to understand Dessers’ unpredictable style of play.

For Dessers to thrive at Rangers, he must transform from a player who shows occasional flashes of brilliance into one who delivers consistent performances. As the team’s primary goal scorer, his current unpredictability risks costing the club vital points in key matches. While his talent is evident, the demands of top-level football require a striker who can be relied upon week in and week out.

Arsenal vs Leicester: Unraveling the Mystery Behind Leicester’s Wave of Yellow Cards

27/09/2024 Raymond 0

Leicester’s situation this season is indeed puzzling. Their level of tackling has increased by 30% compared to last year, and the number of fouls called against them has risen by 22%. Yet, remarkably, the number of yellow cards they’ve received for those fouls has actually decreased. This contradiction raises an interesting question: how can a team ramp up their tackling intensity while simultaneously receiving fewer yellow cards in a league with supposedly stricter refereeing?

Despite the increased tackling, Leicester now concedes an average of 1.6 goals per game—nearly double the 0.89 goals per game they allowed last season. This suggests that while they are tackling more to counteract the goals they’re conceding, the reduction in yellow cards for fouls remains baffling. It’s a curious phenomenon that leaves fans and analysts alike scratching their heads.