'Silent for 8 consecutive games, 6.9 rating, 0 shots, 2 key passes' Mitoma fails to get offensive points again

Kaoru Mitoma failed to break his silence once again.

Brighton defeated AEK Athens 1-0 in the fifth leg of their UEFA Europa League (UEL) Group B match of the 2023-24 season at the OPAP Arena in Athens, Greece, at 2:45 a.m. ET today. The victory keeps Brighton (10 points) in second place.

Roberto De Zerbi lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with João Pedro up front. Mitoma, Evan Ferguson, and Simone Addingra provided support in the second line. Billy Gilmour and Pascal Gross held down the midfield. The back four was Jack Hinselwood, Igor Juliu, Louis Dunk, and Joel Veltman. Bart Perbrughan was in goal.

The balance shifted after halftime. In the 10th minute of the second half, Pedro broke into the box and was tripped by a defender. The referee awarded a penalty kick (PK) after a video assistant referee (VAR) review. Pedro stepped up and calmly converted. In the remaining time, Brighton added Mahmoud Dahoud, James Milner, Joshua Duffus, and Carlos Valeva to solidify the win.

Brighton's highly touted Japanese sensation Mitoma was once again silent. He was on the pitch for 69 minutes before being replaced by Dahoud, but failed to create an attacking point. His key stats include 23 touches of the ball, 92% passing success rate (12 attempts - 11 successful), 2 key passes, and 0 shots on goal. Soccer statistics outlet Couch Score gives Mitoma a 6.9 rating. 카지노사이트가이드

When Mitoma made his Premier League (PL) debut last season, he stole the spotlight with his flashy moves and devastating dribbles. The same was true in the early stages of this season. He continued to prove himself with attacking points against Luton Town in Round 1 (1 assist), Wolverhampton in Round 2 (1 goal and 1 assist), Newcastle United in Round 4 (1 assist), and Bournemouth in Round 6 (2 goals).

However, he has recently fallen into a serious slump. From September 28 against Chelsea in the English Football League Cup (EFL Cup) to today's game against Athens, he has only one assist in 11 official games and has been silent for eight consecutive games. Mitoma's silence has seen the Seagulls lose to Fulham (1-1 draw), Everton (1-1 draw), and Sheffield United (1-1 draw). Mitoma will try to get back on the scoresheet against Chelsea on Wednesday night.