“All at sea” – Media question Hugo Ekitike role as Ibrahima Konate captains France

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While France secured another victory, with goals from Mateta and Akliouche and an own goal from Shahrudin Mahammadaliyev, there was a mixed reception for Liverpool’s French duo. How the French media rated Konate as captain The ratings for Konate were contrasting, with GOAL‘s Richie Mills awarding the defender a seven out of 10 and Maxifoot‘s Youcef Touaitia giving him a 6.5 but Foot Mercato (5), L’Equipe (4) and Le Parisien (5) less positive.

“The Liverpool defender was quite solid,” was Foot Mercato’s assessment. “Better positioned, more adept at anticipating attacks, and solid in covering, he embodied the team’s growing strength after the first half-hour.” Ekitike’s role questioned: “A match to forget” The verdict on Ekitike’s stint on the left wing – unable to build on his blossoming partnership with Kylian Mbappe – was more unanimous.

A match to forget, but one that shouldn’t overshadow his overall impressive display.” GOAL writer Mills gave five out of 10: “The Liverpool forward has been excellent so far for his new team but he seemed all at sea at times. Seems to be better when leading the line.” L’Equipe and Le Parisien both deemed Ekitike’s performance a four of 10, while Maxifoot’s Touaitia gave him a 5.5.