Mixed Wales ratings as duo justify return but error from experienced head nearly proves costly in North Macedonia – Wales Online
Wales faced North Macedonia in a crucial match, with strong performances mixed with errors from experienced players. The Wales team’s performance was a topic of discussion after the 1-1 draw on Tuesday night.
Karl Darlow had a fairly decent outing and made a crucial save in the second half to deny Churlinov. He could not be blamed for the goal and received a rating of 7. Sorba Thomas also received a 7 rating, showcasing good runs down the left, although he missed a chance in the first half.
Chris Mepham was solid on his return to the side, winning the most aerial duels, earning an 8 rating. Joe Rodon put in a similarly strong performance, making important blocks, and received a 7 rating. Ben Davies captained the team and delivered a reasonably solid performance, earning a 7 rating.
Neco Williams stood out with the most tackles on the night, giving another good performance and receiving a 7 rating. Jordan James was the star performer with an 8 rating, impressing in the middle with his combative play and calmness with the ball at his feet.
The midfield saw Josh Sheehan’s tenacious play, although his influence faded towards the end, earning him a 6 rating. Daniel James and Nathan Broadhead both received 6 ratings, with hard work but lacking impact in the final third.
Substitutions included Kieffer Moore, David Brooks, Joe Allen, and Rabbi Matondo, all making contributions to the game. However, an uncharacteristic error from Joe Allen nearly proved costly for his side, resulting in a 5 rating for him.
In summary, Wales showed a mix of strong performances and opportunities for improvement in their match against North Macedonia. The players’ ratings reflected their contributions, with standout performances from some, while others faced challenges during the game. The team will need to build on their positives and address the areas needing improvement as they progress in their campaign.