Pedro Neto started both matches for Portugal as they first struggled to break down a resilient Republic of Ireland unit. He made four key passes and 10 crosses as he provided a constant threat on the right flank before coming off at the hour mark for Rafael Leao.
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He once again started against Hungary, making one key pass and completing 35 of 36 attempted passes. He won a number of ground duels in another energetic performance despite the match ending in a draw.
Malo Gusto
Malo Gusto actually got a start for France as he was the right-back against Azerbaijan. He put in an attacking display with Olise to play off of, spending a lot of time in the opposition half. He was a useful player all night, making the majority of his passes, winning his few dribbles, and recovering possession on five seperate occasions.
He was an unused substitute a few days later against Iceland as Les Bleus drew 2-2.
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Jamie Gittens
It was an exciting two weeks for the former Borussia Dortmund man who looked back to his finest. He scored a goal in the first clash against Moldova, attempting twelve dribbles, putting in five crosses. With 66 touches he was a constant presence and a pest in the press with two interceptions and two ball recoveries.
He followed that up with an even better performance as he set up the winner against Andorra. He made five key passes, created three big chances, three accurate crosses, had 68 touches, completed five of eight dribbles, and won seven of 13 ground duels.
Tyrique George
The beneficiary of Gittens’ assist, Tyrique George’s ball striking once again proved to be his best trait as he smashed home the winner against Andorra. He lead the line very capably, getting on the ball and making the right passes consistently and getting shots away.
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He was less effective in the first match of the international break but made up for it with his game winner in the second.
