In a climate of tension and change within Olympique de Marseille, a coach’s decision to give his confidence to young talents can be of capital importance. The recent promotion of a young player, Robinio Vaz, is a striking illustration of this.
A disrupted hierarchy at OM
With the absence of Elye Wahi, injured and awaiting departure, OM saw its hierarchy of scorers profoundly modified. Neal Maupay, initially starting, is now competing for his place of choice on the field. Despite his status, he came close to the bench during a key meeting, suggesting a potential change in strategy from the coach.
Robinio Vaz’s surprise
The OM coach, known for his propensity to trust young players, surprised everyone by including Robinio Vaz in his squad. This young talent, aged only 17, was lined up in the second half against Strasbourg. His entry into the game energized the match, culminating in a penalty which he obtained for his team’s equalizer, all earning him the title of man of the match.
Coach’s thoughts
At a press conference, the coach expressed his doubts regarding the choice to start Vaz. He spoke about the need to play the most deserving team, as well as the impact of fatigue on his players. He highlighted that Vaz, despite his young age, has proven himself to be a player capable of bringing valuable energy to the team. This bold choice to favor a player from 2007 demonstrates the need for renewal within the Marseille squad.
During this tumultuous period for OM, surprising the public with bold decisions could prove to be a winning strategy to revitalize the team and improve its performance on the field.
Source: le10sport.com