Kris Boyd’s criticism of Cyriel Dessers’ performance is nothing new, as other pundits have shared similar opinions about the Rangers striker.
Boyd’s comments suggest that Dessers hasn’t been the same player this season, and his performance has declined. Let’s break down Dessers’ recent performances:
– *Recent Form:* Dessers has been inconsistent, with some impressive displays in the Champions League, such as against Viktoria Plzen, where he scored and provided an assist. However, he’s also had lackluster performances, like against Dundee, where he offered little threat and had a disallowed goal.
– *Goalscoring:* Despite the inconsistent form, Dessers has shown his quality by scoring crucial goals, including reaching a milestone of 50 goals for Rangers in a 3-1 win over Dundee United.
– *Criticism:* Former Rangers player Kris Boyd and pundit Chris Sutton have criticized Dessers for his performance, with Sutton saying Dessers “killed” Rangers’ chances in a 2-1 loss to Celtic by missing big opportunities.
Some key statistics that highlight Dessers’ struggles include¹:
– *Pass Accuracy:* 66% against Dundee, indicating some struggles with ball control and distribution
– *Duels Won:* Only 1 out of 6 against Dundee, showing Dessers’ limited impact in physical battles
– *Shots:* 0 shots (excluding a disallowed goal) against Dundee, demonstrating his lack of threat in front of goal
Overall, while Dessers has shown flashes of brilliance, his inconsistent form and struggles in certain matches have led to criticism from pundits and fans alike.²
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