Alvyn Sanches has just received his first national team call-up. On Saturday, he shows why Murat Yakin wants him there. blue Sport expert Admir Mehmedi goes into raptures.
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- Alvyn Sanches was called up for the national team for the first time during the week.
- On Saturday, the 22-year-old Lausanne player showed why he deserved his nomination. His goal to make it 2:0 is a delight.
- But blue Sport expert Admir Mehmedi is not just raving about the goal. The former international believes Sanches has a great career ahead of him.
In the 24th minute, 22-year-old Alvyn Sanches moves from the right to the middle and smashes the ball into the far corner with his left foot. It is his 12th goal of the season, making him the second-highest scorer in the Super League behind Servette's Dereck Kutesa (13).
Watching the goal, blue Sport expert Admir Mehmedi is reminded of Arjen Robben, who scored countless goals in this way during his successful career. Although the expert criticizes St.Gallen's defensive behaviour, he also says: "From an offensive point of view, of course, it's a pleasure to watch Sanches."
Sanches leaves several opponents standing
In the 70th minute, there was another example of what an outstanding player Sanches is. Ex-professional Philippe Montandon says in his role as co-commentator: "That's beautifully done, that's dynamism, that's technique, that's slyness."
Mehmedi also goes into raptures in the blue Sport Studio: "He doesn't lose any pace at all, despite having the ball at his feet. It's simply a pleasure." The 76-time international believes that Sanches can still go far. "I'm a fan of him and the way he plays football. It's entirely up to him how his development continues. Hopefully in a bigger league." He believes that Sanches has "all the skills" to assert himself in a top five league.
For now, however, the international matches against Northern Ireland (21 March) and Luxembourg (25 March) are on the agenda. A good opportunity for Sanches to continue promoting himself and return to Lausanne as a national team player.
Alvyn Sanches in an interview with blue Sport
In the interview after the game, Sanches is asked about the comparison with Robben. Although the goalscorer is flattered, he also says: "Alvyn is Alvyn."
