Rabat – Oussama Targhalline made a strong impression in his first start for Feyenoord and delivered a dominant performance in midfield.
The Moroccan international, who came to the club in the winter transmission window for 450,000 euros from Le Havre, played the full 90 minutes against NEC Nijmegen and performed the best player on the field.
His serenity, his defensive work and his ability to control the property brought him the man of the game.
Targhalline won 12 duels, made four successful duels, recovered eight balls and completed all of his dribbling.
His influence in midfield made it possible Feyenoord to dictate the game, although the team had ultimately decided with a 0-0 draw.
After a strong 45-minute exhibition against Almere City, in which he was named in the Eredivisie team of the week, Targhalline proved that he could maintain this level over a full game.
Feyenoord gave his sharp decision -making and physical presence stability and reinforced why the club saw him as an important addition.
This performance could mark the beginning of a larger role for the young midfielder.
If he continues this trajectory, a recording of the Moroccan national team may not be far away.
For Feyenoord, Targhalline gives the creation of the squad depth and offers a promising option in midfield for the rest of the season.
