Leandro Barreiro earns Luxembourg media praise after leadership display in 2-1 win over Bulgaria | OneFootball

Leandro Barreiro scored as Luxembourg opened their Nations League campaign with a 2-1 victory over Bulgaria on Saturday. The Benfica midfielder’s performance drew high praise from the Luxembourg press.

Tageblatt reported that the 26-year-old operated in a double pivot, as he does at Benfica, and showed clear leadership. For Luxembourg’s first goal he won back possession after a combination, then levelled with determination. The paper added that he barely lost a duel and looked in fine form.

Luxemburger Wort noted that Barreiro prefers playing as a number eight, yet willingly covers the work of a six when needed, blending generosity with talent. It said he also scores, with his third international goal hauling the Red Lions back into the game shortly before half-time. Rated eight out of 10 and named the best player on the pitch, he also lifted a tiring midfield late on.

The 26-year-old is also enjoying a good start to the season at Benfica. He carried that momentum into an influential night for his country.

It was an opening-night result in which his midfield work proved decisive, as reflected in local reviews.

Source: Glorioso 1904

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