Thomas Gravesen, a former midfielder for Celtic, has criticized Denmark manager Kasper Hjulmand for sticking with Matt O’Riley instead of more seasoned members of the national squad.
O’Riley has been left off of the Danish team for the Euro 2024 competition, which takes place in Germany later this summer.
The midfield player just finished a season in which he directly contributed 37 goals to Celtic’s league and cup victories.
He’s been the top player for the Bhoys. Hjulmand stated on Thursday that the Celtic midfielder was unable to accomplish anything more this season in order to fit into his plans, and he anticipates that the player will make several appearances for the national team in the future.
That will, however, provide as little comfort to O’Riley, who was able to earn three successive calls up to the senior team this season.
Thomas Gravesen on Matt O’Riley’s Denmark absence
The choice has drawn criticism in Denmark, and one analyst, Gravesen, was extremely dissatisfied with Hjulmand’s appeal.
According to what he said [Tipsbladet], Kasper Hjulmand sticks to his idea and method of choosing players. Once more, he has chosen players who are not regular players, lack rhythm, and are out of shape.
You cannot minimize Hjulmand for his extraordinary loyalty to the players who have supported him during his tenure as national coach as, in the end, he bears the responsibility for what transpires.
“There are players on the national team that I would much rather watch than some of the players who have been sidelined or injured. We have a player who has dominated the Super League and one who has assisted in helping Scotland win the title.
Of course, I’m referring to Nicolai Vallys and Matt O’Riley. Why do they not exist? Despite their merit, Kasper Hjulmand refuses to give the two a chance.
To imagine a national team rising up and winning the Euros, you have to be really hopeful.
Instead of a national squad that radiates enthusiasm, large smiles, and vitality, we will see a team with very little. It will be interesting to watch how Denmark’s summer develops from this point on.
O’Riley was by no means a lock to start even if he had made the roster, but Gravesen obviously believes it’s more about the message it sends than that.
Rather than their manager going to other players who might not be playing as frequently, he wants to see a youthful, dynamic Danish team play against the best in Europe.
This time, O’Riley is left out, but it won’t be long until he’s donning the red shirt on a regular basis.
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