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After a year and four months, Philippe Coutinho wore the Barcelona shirt again in an official match and left a good impression. The Brazilian was praised by Spanish newspapers after defeat of the Catalan team by 4 to 0 over Villarreal, this Sunday. The analysis in the country’s press is that the attacking midfielder has adapted well to coach Ronald Koeman’s scheme.
“The Brazilian seems different,” wrote “Marca.”
– He feels comfortable with the 4-2-3-1 and has a leading role with dribbling and assists. In addition, he connects with Messi and even gave the referee a pen – published the newspaper, which referred to a dribble that Coutinho gave to judge Guillermo Cuadra in the second half.
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Philippe Coutinho in action during Barcelona 4-0 Villarreal – Photo: Pedro Salado / Getty Images
The Brazilian played open on the line of three behind Messi, but he moved a lot on the left side and created good chances with Ansu Fati, Jordi Alba and Barcelona’s number 10. “Sport” saw Coutinho with more confidence.
– Carry the team on your back like you’ve never seen it before. Take a chance and do it right. He tried to be deselected and gave the pass to Ansu Fati’s second goal. And it kept testing until it was replaced. Animator – published the Catalan newspaper, which gave the Brazilian the grade 8.
The headline of the newspaper “Marca” praises: “Coutinho has fun and Barça walks” – Photo: Playback / Brand
Coutinho left the field 24 minutes into the second half with an assist, in a counterattack by himself, which ended in the pass for Fati’s second goal. The newspapers also remember the good performance of the attacking midfielder in the three preseason games, when the former Bayern player scored two goals and two assists.
Against Villarreal, Coutinho scored 44 of 48 passes and made two dangerous submissions in his 70 minutes on the pitch. His performance dispelled suspicions and reduced speculation about an outing this season.
– The return of the Brazilian could not be better. Koeman found a position where he feels most comfortable and where he encourages his versatility in the game and also when it comes to meeting his teammates. He has a talent for exporting and little by little he gains confidence – published the “Ace”.
