Talented player is currently facing a challenging period at both Tottenham Hotspur and Brazil. However, the recent outstanding performance of Brennan Johnson for Wales might just sway head coach Ange Postecoglou to consider him as the leading striker.
Contrastingly, Brennan Johnson is displaying immense potential. In the European Championship Qualifying Group D, the 22-year-old showcased his skills as Wales faced Latvia away from home. As a result, Wales emerged victorious with a 2-0 win.
Although Johnson did not score, the Welsh media applauded his performance. As the lone striker in a 3-4-2-1 formation, the youngster received a commendable rating of 7 out of 10 from WalesOnline. They noted that while he faced difficulties playing up front on his own, his overall gameplay, from playing with his back to goal to making runs behind the defense, was exemplary. The report mentioned that he could have been more clinical, despite missing a one-on-one chance early on which he skyed.
Throughout the match, Johnson took five shots, with one on target. He also created three key passes, demonstrating his ability to influence the game. His overall contribution included a pass accuracy of 75%, 31 touches, three attempted dribbles, one tackle, and two crosses. These statistics further establish Johnson as a valuable player.
With his exceptional skills and continued development, Johnson could potentially become Tottenham’s primary number nine in the upcoming weeks.
