ANALYSIS: The defeat exposes deficiencies and outlines the future of Cruzeiro with Diniz
The defeat to Atlético in the South American final exposed the deficiencies and deficiencies of the Cruzeiro team. Furthermore, a change in the first half, with the entry of Lucas Silva in place of Wallace, hinted at the path that Fernando Diniz should follow next season. Continue after ad Related Finance Find out Cruzeiro will no longer receive bonuses for runner-up in the America's Cup South America Finance November 23, 2024 ➡️ Cruzeiro lost to Racing and finished as South American runner-up in the final in La Possa, South America South The opening minutes of the defeated final were disastrous. The choice to start the game with Wallace in the middle proved to be a mistake, as the team did not control the midfield, was unable to release the ball and, contrary to expectations, left the defense very unprotected and the score was unfavorable. In the 29th minute of the first half, Lucas Silva replaced Wallace. The change completely changed Cruzeiro's attitude on the field. In a short time, the pressure on Atlético was reduced and Raposa managed to turn the situation around and create some scoring opportunities. The second half continued after the commercial, Cruzeiro was all or nothing and, 7 minutes later, he and Keio Jorge narrowed the score. After the goal, the miners started to enjoy the game and chase Atlético. Diniz's team started to have more volume and the Argentines bet on counterattacks, but Cruzeiro paid the price for being dominated by Sporting in the first half. In the end, the Argentine killed the game thanks to a shot from Roger Martinez without giving Cascio a chance, after AD Cruzeiro players fell and Racing players celebrated the South American championship The analysis continues (Photo: Jose Bogado/AFP). Fernando Diniz at Cruzeiro At Cruzeiro, in 11 games, Fernando Diniz won just 2 wins, 4 draws and 5 defeats. The review solidified a bad moment for Raposa and showed signs of incompatibility between player and coach. If Cruzeiro wants to take revenge on Fernando Diniz, players like Malone, Wallace, João Marcelo, Romero and even Casio will not have a permanent place in the starting team. Diniz has a bold and authoritarian style of play that requires players with good ball control and above average tactical IQ. Lucas Silva made this clear the moment he entered and ended the chaos in Cruzeiro's midfield. However, one swallow does not make a summer. SAF coach, Pedro Lourenço, will have to go to the market to bring more qualified players to fulfill the roles assigned by Fernando Diniz. Cruzeiro's lineup ahead of the 2024 South American final (Photo: JUAN MABROMATA/AFP) Essential qualities for a goalkeeper in each position: Good as a libero and as a passer of the ball. Horizontal: The quality of the game in the middle. Defenders: Quick and good at passing and passing Midfielders: They have passes that break down the defense and know how to control the pace of the game. Midfielder: Technically excellent and creative. Forward: Fierce, fast, skilled. Next: Terminator and great organizer. It is now up to the management and technical committee to look for players with these qualities and identify athletes in the squad who do not fit the game profile adopted by Diniz. In addition to the right workforce, time will be a critical factor in project development. After finishing second in the South American Championship, Cruzeiro turned its attention to the Brazilian Championship. Fernando Diniz leads Cruzeiro and Raposa faces Grêmio in the 35th round of the 2024 South American Final, on Wednesday (27), at 9pm (Brasília time) (Photo: JUAN MABROMATA/AFP Society)➡️Follow Lance. ! Follow the main sports news live on WhatsApp About Cruzeiro Fernando Diniz Futebol Nacional