PSV impresses in preseason: ‘Recognizes the moments to take an attacking risk’

PSV played a friendly match against Royal Antwerp FC behind closed doors last weekend. Peter Bosz's side at De Herdgang could only manage a 1-1 draw against the Belgians.

During the formation of Bosz, Noah Fernandez was in the starting lineup last Saturday on the number 6 position, and Fernandez was in fine fashion responsible for the opening goal against the former club of Mark van Bommel. Even Voetbal International has not failed to notice that the young Belgian made a good impression.

''At low build-up moments it stands out that the extremely young left-back does not avoid the commotion, but rather dares to seek it out. The Belgian has such a good technique in his ball receiving and turning away, that he dares to outmaneuver the opposing pressure not only with quick short passes, but also with dominant dribbling actions'', writes Sam Planting in VI.

Planting also showed that the Belgian was good for the 1-0. ''Time and again, the eighteen-year-old midfielder recognizes the moments to take offensive risks. Whereas many controllers remain in the area before their defense during possession, Fernandez actively looks for the forward spaces when the opponent gives them away'', the journalist continues to analyze.

According to the journalist, Fernandez has shown his qualities to Bosz and there is even speculation about a possible starting spot. ''The first impressions seem to reveal that the young Belgian is making another huge leap in his development. Because in the first 45 minutes of his preparation, Fernandez looks outright like a starter-worthy PSV player'', Planting said.