Thanks in part to a shot that changed direction and an assist from Olivier Boscagli, PSV managed to win 2-1 over Sparta Rotterdam. The left center defender was lord and master in PSV's defense. Defensively he was very strong, but he also excelled in passing.
At the 1-1, there seemed to be some luck in play, as Olivier's shot changed direction, making it unstoppable for the goalkeeper. However, his assist on the 2-1 left little to the imagination. A great cross was perhaps even more beautifully finished by Luuk de Jong. In addition to this cross, 'Oli' sent 4 more passes into the enemy penalty area. The Frenchman is generally important in PSV's positional play. He also made his contribution this match, with 80 passes. 74 of them arrived at a teammate and so 'Oli' managed to take PSV by the hand.
Defensively
But he also made his mark defensively. Because Matteo Dams was sent off the field with red, PSV had to do it with one man less for almost the entire second half. The Monegasque stood up. He won 2 head duels, worked the ball away 9 times, blocked 1 shot and anticipated well, intercepting 2 passes.