Doku energizes Belgium, Ngoy reassures, Lammens secures
The decisive moment of the match was Doku's assist, Manchester City player, which allowed Kevin De Bruyne to equalise at 1‑1, thus sealing Belgium's victory in Turkey. After a first half dominated by Turkey, Doku's move restored the advantage to the Red Devils.
The Sports Football service awarded the ratings to the Red Devils after the victory in Turkey. Doku received a score of eight, confirming his return to the squad with a very high‑level performance, mixing his usual provocations, a decisive pass for De Bruyne and an active role. Nathan Ngoy was rated eight, described as the best Belgian centre‑back at the moment, with perfect anticipation and a fair challenge against the Turkish attackers, delivering a four‑star performance.
Lammens earned a score of seven but could do nothing on Güler's free kick. He was however attentive in the other phases, with firm ball‑wins and decisive saves at the end of the match. Castagne received a score of six, missing a headed intervention early in the game but improving thereafter.
Defense and midfield
Mechele, Bruges defender, earned a score of seven, supported Ngoy well, proved strong in duels and positioned himself well. De Cuyper was rated six, with a poor pass back to Mechele, a good pass to De Ketelaere on the one‑two, and a performance alternating between good and average. Raskin received a score of six, experienced difficulties early in the match but managed to thwart the Turkish attacks and provide useful ball‑rolls.
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Creativity and conclusion
Tielemans earned a score of seven, delivering a sober performance with interesting passes and reassuring behaviour. De Bruyne was rated six, had an average start but was in the right place to equalise, then showed more consistency without being cutting. Moreira received a score of six, offered a nice link‑up with De Cuyper and some bursts of speed, not particularly dazzling, but repositioned his defensive play well.
De Ketelaere earned a score of seven, his work up front was good, he deflected and initiated the second goal, delivering a convincing match despite sometimes difficult positioning. Lukebakio received a score of six, accelerated when he could but did not make the expected difference, Belgium often being on the back foot. Trossard was rated five, his forward run was too neutral, insufficient in offensive impact.
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Van Bommel received a score of six, fielded a coherent team, maintained his confidence in Moreira and placed De Cuyper in an offensive role. Frédéric Bleus stated that Nathan Ngoy was the author of a solid match. The text mentions ©VKA Share Discover, highlighting the importance of sharing the ratings.