Chosen by coach Artur Jorge to replace the injured Kaio Jorge, the forward scored a goal in the match, but also drew attention for the clear chances he missed throughout the game.
Despite the finishing mistakes, the Portuguese coach made a point of defending the player and justifying keeping him on the field.
According to Artur Jorge, the Colombianâs characteristics provided exactly what the team needed tactically: pace and runs in behind the opposing defensive line.
The coach emphasized that the high number of chances created by Villarreal convinced him there was no reason to substitute him.
Artur Jorge acknowledged that the forward still needs more composure and quality when finishing plays, but showed patience, saying that maturity will come with time.
With only four games in charge of Cruzeiro, the new coach is already signaling that the Colombian will have room to develop his game and compete for a spot in the starting attack.
Why did Artur Jorge keep Villarreal on the field despite his mistakes?
Artur Jorge justified keeping Villarreal on the field to allow him to contribute to the team's success, indicating his belief in the player's potential.
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