Mehdi Tartar, the head coach of Persepolis, is facing serious challenges in selecting the main lineup this season. One of the main issues for this team is the failure against major rivals and the inability to achieve desirable results in critical matches. It seems that these failures are partly due to Tartar's confusion in selecting players and the ideal composition.
Inability to Maintain Lineup Stability
While a player who performs well in one match sits on the bench in the next game, a player who has had little opportunity suddenly finds themselves in the lineup. These frequent changes can lead to disorganization and a decrease in players' confidence. For example, Mohammad Hossein Sadeghi did not get the chance to play at various points in the season, but in the limited minutes he has played, such as in the match against Mes Shahr Babak, he was able to showcase his abilities by scoring.
However, his longer presence in the match against Foolad did not create a positive impact on Persepolis's performance. This difference in players' performances once again highlights the importance of making the right lineup choices and accurately understanding players' conditions. It is not expected that every player who scores in one match will replicate that performance in the next game, but the main issue is the lack of a clear framework for utilizing players and the continuity of decisions that sometimes do not align with the previous performances of the players.
Need for Coordination and Trust in the Team
Persepolis is currently continuing its work in the league under conditions where, to compete with contenders, it needs tactical stability, coordination among players, and mutual trust between the coaching staff and players more than anything else. Frequent changes in the lineup, if not backed by technical support and suited to the conditions of each match, can hinder the necessary coordination in the team.
The defeat against Foolad and the not-so-desirable results of Persepolis in some critical matches have once again raised the question of whether Tartar has gained sufficient understanding of his players' abilities. The head coach of the Reds must not only identify the appropriate lineup for each match but also utilize his players in specialized positions with defined roles; an issue that holds great importance in professional football. Continuing this situation could create new challenges for Persepolis in the coming weeks.
A team that needs points from major matches to stay in the championship race cannot struggle for long with ambiguity in the main lineup and unproductive changes. Now, one of Tartar's most important tasks is to reach a balanced lineup and create stability in technical decisions; otherwise, the Reds may pay the price for this uncertainty as the league progresses.
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