Legendary Arsenal striker Ian Wright admits he was surprised by Erik ten Hag’s decision. To substitute both Cobby Mainu and Alejandro Carnacho from the field in Game FA Cup with Coventry.
The “Red Devils” lead by 3 goals in this game. But in the end, 3 goals were reclaimed in a row as well, causing the game to end 90 minutes tied 3-3. They had to fight in extra time until a penalty shootout before narrowly advancing to the next round. Which Wright questioned the boss’s decision. The Dutchman chose to replace Carnacho (Antoni on 66 minutes) and Mainu (Christian Eriksen on 72 minutes) UFABET
“I was very surprised to see Mainu taken off. I don’t know if he was injured or something like that. But he is someone who can control the pace of the game or slow it down. So it was a surprise to see him subbed off, as was Carnacho. Wright said.
“You can talk about experience, but putting Eriksen on doesn’t make much of a difference. I’m really confused.”
Former United defender Rio Ferdinand also had the same reaction. Saying: “Alejandro Carnacho should not have been substituted. Cobbi Mainu was substituted too quickly.” They are young players who are hungry.”