Inter midfielder Nicolo Barella was the best player for the Italian national team as they defeated Belgium by a scoreline of 2-1 in the Nations League yesterday according to Italian media.
Ths 24-year-old received a rating of 7.5/10 for his performance in the player ratings for the match, while his club and international teammate Alessandro Bastoni received a grade of 7/10 for his display.
Barella has become an important player for the Azzurri in addition to his major role at his club, and he showed why with a strong all-around display against the Red Devils.
The Nerazzurri man capped off his performance with a goal but also provided strong defensive cover to keep Roberto Martinez’s men from getting into their passing rhythm.
Meanwhile, Bastoni was praised for showing the right mentality and a bit of cynicism as he formed a solid partnership with Lazio’s Francesco Acerbi at the back to keep Belgium out until a late consolation goal.