ISL 2018-19: Kerala Blasters 1-1 Delhi Dynamos - Hits and Flops of the game

Flop: Gianni Zuiverloon

Zuiverloon (first from left) looked like a fish out of water on the pitch [Image: ISL]

Gianni Zuiverloon got himself back on the team list, but not in his usual position, as a centre-back. Delhi coach Gombau tried to play him in a more attacking role from the left.

Gombau’s intention was clear, not to concede a goal. He fielded three defensive midfielders after a four-man backline, who can contribute during an attack. While the other two midfielders, Vinit Rai and Rene Mihelic performed their duty, Zuiverloon failed miserably.

For the 65 minutes he played, not a single time the Dutchman looked comfortable. t looked like he didn’t know anything about his role. Neither did he attack nor did he defend, was dispossessed too many times, before being substituted midway in the second half. Zuiverloon took only one shot which was off target and made only one interception.

Substitute Adria Carmona with his attacking mentality made an impact immediately after coming off as he toyed with Kerala defence and took a couple of shots soon.