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The Super Eagles of Nigeria failed to defeat lowly Equatorial Guinea and questions must be asked of head coach Jose Peseiro.
In the Super Eagles' draw against Equatorial Guinea in AFCON 2023, Jose Peseiro made several tactical mistakes that impacted the team's performance. We look at 3 tactical errors made by the Super Eagles boss.
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Starting Moses Simon on the right wing
Peseiro's decision to deploy Moses Simon on the right-wing role instead of his more familiar left-wing position disrupted the team's attacking dynamics.
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This tactical change affected Simon's comfort and effectiveness on the pitch, leading to a lack of cohesion and creativity in the team's attacking play
Leaving Calvin Bassey out of the starting lineup
The absence of Calvin Bassey from the starting lineup meant that the team lacked a defender proficient at progressing the ball from defense.
Bassey's omission hindered the team's ability to build play from the back and maintain possession effectively, impacting their overall performance.
Waiting too long to make substitutions
Peseiro's delay in making substitutions further compounded the team's struggle during the match. Timely and strategic substitutions could have injected fresh energy and ideas into the team, potentially altering the course of the game.
The reluctance to make proactive changes may have limited the team's ability to adapt and respond effectively to Equatorial Guinea's stubborn defensive display.
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