Karim El Ahmadi Highlights Gijs Smal‘s Intelligence and Impact for Feyenoord
Former Feyenoord midfielder karim El Ahmadi has lauded the performances of the club’s full-backs, singling out gijs Smal for particular praise. El Ahmadi believes Smal’s intelligence and versatility are key assets for the Rotterdam side.
Speaking on Dit Was Het Weekend following Feyenoord’s 3-1 victory over FC Volendam, El Ahmadi emphasized the notable difference in quality between Feyenoord’s defensive line and that of Ajax. He focused specifically on Smal’s ability to influence the game in multiple phases.
“I always think Smal plays vrey smart football: he gets free between the lines,can get free lower and can enter midfield. I think he is a very good and intelligent player.”
El ahmadi continued, noting Smal’s composure and adaptability. “He is always an option and very steady on the ball,” he stated. “He has also played at 6 at Feyenoord and can really play anywhere at the back. That is ideal for the build-up, while he is also getting better at defending. I think he really adds value.”
while praising Smal’s all-around game, El Ahmadi also acknowledged the contrasting style of Givairo Read. He explained that Read’s deep runs create opportunities for teammates like Hadj Moussa, adding another dimension to Feyenoord’s attack.
“Conversely,Read plays in a fully different way,with a lot of depth. He is also very vital in his own way: with his deep runs he ensures that Hadj Moussa often comes into the one-on-one. He is only getting better every week. you see that the backs are becoming increasingly critically important in contemporary football. These two really make it easier for Feyenoord to play football.”
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