Jadon Sancho, playing from his favoured right flank, was a key player in Dortmund’s dynamic attack. Despite Niclas Fullkrug scoring the only goal before the interval, it was Sancho who stole the show with his electrifying play. The English winger gave PSG’s defense a torrid time, especially Nuno Mendes, Fabian Ruiz, and Bradley Barcola, along with center-back Lucas Hernandez who hobbled off due to injury. Sancho’s mesmerizing footwork and daring runs had the commentators singing his praises.
Commentary legend Ally McCoist couldn’t hide his admiration, saying early on in the match: “I just think I am looking at his body language, and he’s looking a different player entirely.” McCoist added: “He’s wanting the ball and demanding the ball, and I think [Julian] Ryerson will give it to him all day.” Rio Ferdinand chimed in on TNT Sports with impressive data. “I am not really one for stats, but I have got a good one here,” he said.
“In 45 minutes, Jadon Sancho has completed more dribbles (seven) than he did in any of his 58 appearances for Man United. When probed about the source of his newfound confidence, Sancho credited the manager, the positive environment, being in the semi-finals, and specifically pointed out Terzic as a key influence. McCoist didn’t hold back on praise for Sancho, commenting: “He just looks full of confidence.” He observed: “You can tell a lot by body language, and his body language this evening is that he wants to be on the ball, he wants to take people on, and he wants to play.
The resolution of this situation remains unclear as we head into a crucial summer in Sancho’s career.
