“Terrible and Disastrous” – National Media Slam Leicester Star for 1/10 Performance
The Leicester City defender struggled throughout the game, with a series of mistakes that directly impacted the result.
Jannik Vestergaard faced heavy criticism for his poor performance in Denmark’s UEFA Nations League match against Spain, where his errors contributed to a 2-1 defeat.
The Leicester City defender struggled throughout the game, with a series of mistakes that directly impacted the result.
In the 15th minute, an unnecessary rushed pass into Spanish possession set the stage for a quick counter.
Moments later, Vestergaard failed to track Mikel Oyarzabal’s run, allowing the forward to score the opener.
His struggles continued in the second half when a missed interception let Ayoze Perez break through to double Spain’s lead.
While Vestergaard has been a valuable asset for Denmark in the past, particularly for his aerial dominance and defensive presence, this performance marked a significant drop in form.
His subpar display shocked Danish media, who expressed disappointment at seeing a key player fall so far below expectations.
Danish Media Criticism: Vestergaard’s “Unrecognizable” Performance
The match was Vestergaard’s 50th cap for Denmark, but it turned into a night to forget.
Danish outlet Tipsbladet gave him a dismal rating of 1/6, blaming his poor passing decisions for his downfall. Similarly, B.T. described his display as “unrecognizable,” writing:
“Vestergaard, who had developed into a reliable national team profile in a three-man defense, was completely undone by Spain’s fast, incisive movements and deep passes.
His performance at the 0-1 goal was disastrous, and he rarely looked comfortable in defense or on the ball.”
The Danish media highlighted how Spain exploited Vestergaard’s weaknesses with a combination of speed, pressure, and quick ball movement, exposing his inability to adapt.
A Disappointing Night for Denmark
Vestergaard wasn’t the only Danish player to underperform.
Striker Rasmus Højlund also struggled to make an impact against the Spanish defense.
Despite the defeat, Denmark remains in contention to progress in the competition.
A positive result in their upcoming match against Serbia should be enough to see them advance, but individual performances, including Vestergaard’s, must improve for the team to succeed.
This match serves as a harsh reminder for Vestergaard, who will need to recover quickly and regain his form to continue contributing effectively to Denmark’s campaign.
