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Gullit Blasts Dest: Foul or Sloppy Play?
10 Sep
Summary
- Ruud Gullit criticized Sergiño Dest for losing possession cheaply.
- A foul was debated, but Gullit emphasized Dest's own poor play.
- PSV trailed 1-0 at halftime, facing a historical opening match struggle.
Ruud Gullit has sharply criticized PSV's Sergiño Dest following a controversial goal conceded against Shakhtar Donetsk. The legendary former player believes Dest's own sloppy play, not a foul by an opponent, was the main reason for the goal that put PSV behind.
Gullit stated on Ziggo Sport that Dest pushed the ball too far ahead, leading to what he deemed a good tackle rather than an infraction. He emphasized this was not the first time Dest had been careless with possession.
At the halftime break, PSV found themselves trailing Shakhtar Donetsk 1-0. This deficit highlighted PSV's ongoing struggles in the Champions League, as they have failed to secure a win in their opening match for the fifth consecutive time.