Celta Vigo 1-2 Bologna Player Ratings: Bernardeschi Rated 9.5/10 as His Brace Seals Stunning Comeback 2-1

The hosts controlled the first half with relative ease. Bologna looked a bit lost, creating half-chances but nothing to seriously trouble the Celta defense. The halftime whistle blew with Celta in the driving seat. Then, everything changed. We're still scratching our heads about what happened in that dressing room.

Bologna emerged a completely different side. They played with aggression and intent, pinning Spanish side Celta Vigo back. The pressure finally told when youngster Javi Rodríguez made a clumsy challenge in the box, giving away a penalty. Federico Bernardeschi coolly converted, and the momentum swung decisively. Bernardeschi then capped his masterful performance with a second goal, sealing a remarkable 2-1 comeback victory for the visitors in this match. Celta simply had no answer.

Here are Celta Vigo Vs Bologna Player Ratings

Celta Vigo Player Ratings vs Bologna

Here are Celta Vigo Player Ratings vs Bologna

Goalkeeper

Ionuț Radu - 5.5: Made a couple of saves in the first half which kept his side ahead. However, he had no chance with the penalty. He looked increasingly rattled as Bologna poured on the pressure. The yellow card for time-wasting near the end summed up his team's frustration.

Defenders

Carl Starfelt - 6.0: A mixed bag for the defender. He made seven clearances which shows he was busy, but he was also dribbled past and made an error that led to a shot. From our view, he held his own for periods but was part of a defense that crumbled in the second half. Not his best night.

Mihailo Ristic - 6.5: He was heavily involved, with 94 touches and a high pass completion rate. He put in a shift and tried to get things moving from the back. Defensively, he was solid enough, winning most of his duels. One of the better performers in a losing side.

Javi Rodríguez - 4.0: A night to forget for the young defender. His performance was defined by one moment: the clumsy foul for the penalty. It was the turning point of the entire match. That single error undid all his team's good work from the first half. A harsh lesson learned.

Midfielders

Óscar Mingueza - 6.0: A tidy but ultimately quiet performance. He kept the ball well with 89% pass accuracy before being substituted. He didn't offer much going forward and struggled to impose himself when Bologna took control of the midfield battle. An average display.

Sergio Carreira - 6.0: Played the full 90 minutes but we struggled to notice his impact. He was neat on the ball but lost possession too often in key areas. He didn't provide the defensive cover needed when his team was under the cosh. He simply needed to do more.

Ilaix Moriba - 5.5: A combative but reckless display. He was all action, but it wasn't always effective. He committed three fouls and picked up a yellow card. While his passing was accurate, it was often too safe and sideways. We needed to see more drive from him.

Fran Beltrán - 6.0: The captain had a very quiet game. He was neat and tidy in possession but failed to grab the game by the scruff of the neck. When his team needed a leader in the second half, he was largely anonymous. He was subbed off with just over ten minutes to play.

Forwards

Borja Iglesias - 5.0: He was completely isolated up front. He only had 26 touches in 90 minutes which tells its own story. He worked hard to draw fouls but offered no real goal threat. A frustrating night for the striker who was a ghost for most of the game.

Bryan Zaragoza - 7.0: Celta's brightest spark in the first half. He took his goal well and looked dangerous whenever he got the ball. We were personally very surprised to see him substituted at halftime. It felt like a decision that handed the initiative back to Bologna.

Williot Swedberg - 7.5: Provided a wonderful assist for the opening goal and was a constant creative force. He was one of the few Celta players who looked capable of making something happen. His substitution was another puzzling move as it robbed Celta of their main attacking outlet.

Substitutes

Hugo Álvarez, Javi Rueda, Ferran Jutglà, Iago Aspas, Miguel Román: A raft of changes were made but none of them could turn the tide. Aspas tried to find pockets of space, but Bologna's defense was resolute. The substitutes failed to make any meaningful impact on the game.

Manager

C. Giráldez González - 5.0: His team started brilliantly, executing his game plan perfectly. However, his halftime substitution of Bryan Zaragoza was a baffling decision that completely changed the complexion of the match. His side's second-half collapse and inability to respond tactically falls squarely on his shoulders.

Bologna Player Ratings vs Celta Vigo

Here are Bologna Player Ratings vs Celta Vigo

Goalkeeper

Federico Ravaglia - 6.5: Could do little about the goal he conceded. After that, he wasn't overly tested but commanded his area well. His distribution was solid, helping to launch attacks from the back. A comfortable evening for the keeper after the early scare.

Defenders

Emil Holm - 7.0: A really energetic performance down the right flank. He was a menace going forward and solid defensively, winning seven of his thirteen duels. He did pick up a yellow card, but it was a small price for such an all-action display. A very impressive outing.

Torbjørn Heggem - 7.5: What stood out to us was his calmness on the ball, boasting a 95% pass accuracy. He read the game superbly, making three interceptions and three clearances. He was a rock at the back and gave Celta's forwards absolutely nothing.

Charalampos Lykogiannis - 7.0: Physically dominant. He won 80% of his aerial duels, completely neutralizing any long balls Celta tried to play. He was composed in possession and formed a formidable partnership with Heggem. A very strong defensive performance.

Juan Miranda - 7.5: An excellent performance from the left-back. He was a constant threat going forward, delivering four accurate crosses and creating two chances. His defensive work was just as good, with three interceptions. A complete full-back display.

Midfielders

Tommaso Pobega - 8.0: He was at the heart of everything for Bologna. He had a goal disallowed by VAR, which would have discouraged lesser players. Instead, he drove forward again and won the crucial penalty. His energy and determination were key to the comeback.

Nikola Moro - 8.5: The captain ran the show from midfield. A staggering 97% pass accuracy, eight recoveries, and four interceptions. He completely controlled the tempo of the game. A masterful, commanding performance that laid the platform for victory.

Jonathan Rowe - 6.5: A slightly quieter game for Rowe. He worked hard and got into some good positions but missed a big chance in the first half. He was substituted in the 67th minute after a decent but unspectacular shift.

Giovanni Fabbian - 6.5: A bundle of energy and aggression in midfield. He was involved in a massive 13 duels. Sometimes his enthusiasm boiled over into fouls, but his disruptive presence was vital in breaking up Celta's play. An effective, if unpolished, performance.

Forwards

Santiago Castro - 6.5: It must have been a frustrating night for him. He missed two big chances that could have made the scoreline more comfortable. However, his movement and link-up play were excellent, creating three chances for his teammates. An active but wasteful evening.

Federico Bernardeschi - 9.5: Unplayable. The clear man of the match and highest-rated player on the pitch. He was a constant threat, taking six shots. He showed nerves of steel to score the penalty and then popped up with a brilliant winner. A truly world-class performance that won the game for his team.

Substitutes

Nicolò Cambiaghi, Thijs Dallinga, Riccardo Orsolini, Jens Odgaard, Lewis Ferguson: The substitutes came on and helped see the game out professionally. They maintained the team's shape and energy, ensuring there was no late comeback from the hosts. A job well done.

Manager

V. Italiano - 8.5: His halftime team talk must have been inspirational. He changed his team's approach, and they came out with renewed purpose and aggression. His tactical adjustments completely overwhelmed Celta de Vigo. He masterminded a fantastic comeback victory on the road.

Sportsdunia's player of the match is Bernardeschi