Pundit shares his feelings on why Man City’s Kevin De Bruyne will find his Belgium side ‘very frustrating’

Manchester City News
By Srinivas Sadhanand
Published on 2024-09-10 13:00:00

Manchester City’s successful players may struggle with the transition to international football, especially when playing for teams that are not used to winning trophies or have tactically adept managers like Pep Guardiola. This challenge is compounded by the lack of talent and experience in their national teams, making it difficult for them to perform at the same level they do at club level. Players like Kevin De Bruyne, for instance, are expected to lead their teams to success, but the lack of support and cohesive team play can be frustrating, as seen in Belgium’s recent matches.

Craig Burley pointed out the frustrations that players like De Bruyne may face in international football, where the lack of quality teammates and tactical approach can hinder their success. Despite De Bruyne’s individual brilliance, his team’s shortcomings, both in terms of talent and strategy, make it difficult for them to compete against top sides like France. Belgium’s current state as a disjointed team that struggles to capitalize on chances or challenge for major honors could be a source of frustration for elite players like De Bruyne, who are used to playing at a higher level of competition.

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