Sorloth: The Norwegian Who Challenges for a Starting Spot
Simeone’s plan seems to be taking an interesting turn with Sorloth as the protagonist. The Norwegian forward has taken advantage of his recent opportunities as a starter, showing a goalscoring performance that places him as the second top scorer of the team, even surpassing Griezmann.
Sorloth scored an early goal against Rayo, demonstrating his finishing ability. Although he missed some chances, his presence in the area was a constant threat to the opposing defense, facilitating the play of teammates such as Julián and Gallagher.
His numbers are remarkable, especially when he comes off the bench, where he averages a goal every 67.7 minutes. This change in the tactical scheme implies that Griezmann assumes a different role, now leading the B unit.
In the match against Rayo, the Frenchman entered in the second half and brought freshness to the attack, creating opportunities for his teammates and almost scoring on several occasions.
Griezmann’s performance from the bench fuels the debate about whether his impact is greater in the second half, especially in demanding matches. With Julián as a fixed starter in the starting eleven, the competition for a place in the attack intensifies, and Sorloth has proven to be up to the challenge.
