Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko featured for the full 90 minutes as Slovenia were held to a frustrating 0–0 draw against Kosovo in their World Cup qualifier last night.
Despite both sides creating several half-chances, neither could find the cutting edge needed to break the deadlock.
Sesko fired five shots but could only hit the target once, with two of his efforts blocked by the Kosovo defence.
He had a golden opportunity to snatch the winner in the 81st minute from a corner, but his right-footed strike sailed over the bar.
The 22-year-old looked sharp and full of intent, which will come as a positive sign for Manchester United ahead of his return.
However, United fans would have loved to see him extend his scoring streak to three consecutive games, giving him an extra boost of confidence.
Being a target man is often a lonely role, which was evident as Sesko completed only eight passes, including one key pass.
The towering centre-forward was dominant in moments but had a mixed outing in duels, winning only one of five ground battles and his sole aerial contest.
The stalemate leaves Slovenia sitting third in Group B, with two points from their opening three fixtures.
The 22-year-old has been in fine form, scoring goals from close range against Brentford and Sunderland.
Slovenia host table-toppers Switzerland on 13 October, in what promises to be a tough rematch after their 3–0 defeat in the reverse fixture last month.
Sesko will need to make the most of every half-chance if Slovenia are to stand any chance of upsetting the group leaders.
United manager Ruben Amorim will be hoping his young striker returns to Carrington brimming with confidence and ready to build on his improving form.
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