Manor Solomon has experienced a challenging period of form for Leeds United recently, so his national team manager would have been pleased to see him play a key role in Israel’s victory over Estonia on Saturday.
Israel entered the match as the favorites but found themselves in a tough battle. Estonia took the lead through former Tottenham defender Maksim Paskotsi, putting pressure on the Israeli side early on. However, Israel managed to equalize in the 23rd minute, benefitting from an own goal.
Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, Israel struggled to find a breakthrough. It wasn’t until the 75th minute that they finally secured the win. Solomon was instrumental in that decisive moment, showcasing his vision and creativity. After receiving the ball just inside Estonia’s half, he drove forward before delivering a stunning 30-yard pass across the field. His perfectly placed ball found Eli Dasa, who ran onto it and finished clinically to put Israel ahead.
While Solomon had a significant impact in creating the winner, his overall performance was a mix of highs and lows. His form at Leeds United has dipped in recent weeks, as he has gone six consecutive matches without registering a goal or an assist. He was unfortunate not to have recorded an assist against Portsmouth when Joel Piroe missed a clear opportunity. Similarly, he may feel his involvement in Queens Park Rangers’ own goal in Leeds’ previous match should have counted in his favor.
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During Saturday’s international fixture, Solomon had his own chance to get on the scoresheet but failed to convert a golden opportunity. His performance was met with mixed reactions in the Israeli media, with one outlet describing his display as both “terrible” and “brilliant.” The report highlighted his relentless effort and determination but also acknowledged his missed chance. Despite this inconsistency, his match-winning assist was praised as a moment of quality that ultimately secured the win for Israel.
According to their assessment, Solomon’s night could have been even better had he capitalized on his chances. He received a rating of 6.5/10, reflecting a game filled with both frustration and brilliance.