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JayromWrites:
Why is caf appointing the same referee that officiated Morocco's last game with Cameroon to officiate our match as well??


Is it that there is a drought of referees in the competition that would warrant Dahane Beida to officiate a Moroccan game b2b


Like his last performance was even so bias. God help Us

JayromWrites:
Why is caf appointing the same referee that officiated Morocco's last game with Cameroon to officiate our match as well??


Is it that there is a drought of referees in the competition that would warrant Dahane Beida to officiate a Moroccan game b2b


Like his last performance was even so bias. God help Us

TheGoodJoe:

Finidi George said “formation is not that important”. 💔😭😭😭
pic.twitter.com/EYzNVpnteQ

— Omo Kogi (Yagba) 🌍 (@harrysone9) January 11, 2026

I have explained it repeatedly that Finidi is 100% right in that statement. Tuchel repeated the same thing. I watched a recent interview of Oliver Glasner, coach of Crystal Palace and he said the same thing.

You can't try Finidi's exposure working with Coach Monday Sinclair, Van Gaal, Louis Aragounes. Sometimes people should learn.

cc: Papi85, lexyman

TheGoodJoe:
Oliver Glasner formation is not the most important - Notes from Oliver Glasner

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has explicitly stated that the system or formation a team plays is not the most important factor in success. Instead, he emphasizes the importance of player habits, patterns, and how players behave on the pitch.

Glasner's Philosophy on Formations
Glasner believes that a manager should adapt the system to fit the available players, rather than forcing players into a rigid system. He has highlighted several key points regarding his approach:

"The system must fit the players": He always looks at which system might suit the current squad best.

cc: Papi85, lexyman

TheSuperNerd:
Kindly watch Iwobi's eyeview (VLOG) of the Nigeria v Algeria buildup and aftermath. Enjoyed every minute.

Iwobi Afcon Diaries part 6.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JF6oXSQW7Yo?si=VA0jWrFErluf8UMH

TheSuperNerd:
Thank you.

Meanwhile, you get eye for Coach. Kudos again on standing by Chelle since Day 1 (Jan 7, 2025).
You and BankyGee... 🫱🏻‍🫲🏼🫱🏻‍🫲🏼👍🏽👍🏽

CapitalCee:
Here are Morocco's last 23 matches (most recent first, as of Jan 12, 2026, based on available data):

1. Jan 9 '26: Cameroon 0-2 (W)
2. Jan 4 '26: Tanzania 0-1 (W)
3. Dec 29 '25: Zambia 0-3 (W)
4. Dec 21 '25: Comoros 0-2 (W)
5. Dec 18 '25: Jordan 2-3 (W)
6. Dec 15 '25: UAE 0-3 (W)
7. Dec 11 '25: Saudi Arabia 0-1 (W)
8. Dec 8 '25: Syria 0-1 (W)
9. Dec 5 '25: Oman 0-0 (D)
10. Dec 2 '25: Comoros 1-3 (W)
11. Nov 18 '25: Uganda 0-4 (W)
12. Nov 14 '25: Mozambique 0-1 (W)
13. Oct 14 '25: Congo 0-1 (W)
14. Oct 9 '25: Bahrain 0-1 (W)
15. Sep 8 '25: Zambia 0-2 (W)
16. Sep 5 '25: Niger 0-5 (W)
17. Aug 30 '25: Madagascar 2-3 (W)
18. Aug 26 '25: Senegal 1-1 (D)
19. Aug 22 '25: Tanzania 0-1 (W)
20. Aug 17 '25: DR Congo 1-3 (W)
21. Aug 14 '25: Zambia 1-3 (W)
22. Aug 10 '25: Kenya 1-0 (L)
23. Aug 3 '25: Angola 0-2 (W)


They said Morocco has been unbeaten in the last 23 matches. But a basic inform team can easily rack up these results against these teams.
For Example Senegal has not lost any match in 90minutes for a long time except for Brazil

TheGoodJoe:

Finidi George said “formation is not that important”. 💔😭😭😭
pic.twitter.com/EYzNVpnteQ

— Omo Kogi (Yagba) 🌍 (@harrysone9) January 11, 2026

I have explained it repeatedly that Finidi is 100% right in that statement. Tuchel repeated the same thing. I watched a recent interview of Oliver Glasner, coach of Crystal Palace and he said the same thing.

You can't try Finidi's exposure working with Coach Monday Sinclair, Van Gaal, Louis Aragounes. Sometimes people should learn.

cc: Papi85, lexyman

Papi85:
🚨🔴 RB Leipzig are on the verge of signing Suleiman #Sani.

Leipzig are principally in agreement with the 19 y/o winger, and talks with AS Trencin are currently focused on final details. Negotiations between the clubs are well advanced.

Realistic transfer fee is expected to be in the region of €5–7 million. Sani is planned to join in the winter window and is seen internally as a move ahead of the summer. Leverkusen were also in the race as per @RudyGalletti.

FiveFootNinja:
The way I hate that particular referee ehn. I think there's another game he officiated in this AFCON around the Group stages or Round of 16, can't remember the match right now, but I marked his face. The dude seems to hate too much physical contact in duels. Bassey, Onyeka, Osayi and co need to be extremely careful.

lexyman:
Does Formation Really Matter in Football?

Formation matters in football, but it is not the most important factor on its own. Formation is a tool, not a guarantee of success.



What Formation Actually Does

A formation:
Sets the starting structure of the team
Defines player spacing (width, depth, and lines)
Helps players understand their zones and responsibilities

For example:
4-3-3 → width, pressing, attacking play
4-2-3-1 → balance, control, smooth transitions
3-5-2 → midfield dominance, effective wing-backs

So yes—formation provides order.


Why Formation Alone Doesn’t Win Matches

Many teams use the same formation yet play very differently.

That’s because what matters more is:
Player quality
Roles and instructions
Tactics in possession and out of possession
Team chemistry and understanding
Game management

A well-coached team in a “weaker” formation can easily defeat a poorly organized team using a “perfect” one.


The Reality of Modern Football

In modern football:
Teams change shape constantly during matches
A 4-3-3 in attack can become 2-3-5
A 4-2-3-1 in defense can drop into 4-4-2

What truly matters is movement, not just where players start on the pitch.


When Formation REALLY Matters

Formation becomes crucial when:
Players don’t understand their roles
Teams face clear tactical mismatches
Coaches fail to adapt during the game
The system doesn’t suit the available players

Using the wrong formation for your players is like assigning the right people to the wrong jobs.

my take:
Formation matters for structure
Tactics, roles, and execution matter more
Players win games—not numbers on a tactics board

As Johan Cruyff implied:
“Football is simple, but playing simple football is the hardest thing.”


I have never coached a professional team. But I know my onions—especially from football simulations.

On PlayStation, I apply tactical adjustments and switch formations mid-game to confuse opponents. These are strategic concepts I have mastered. You may argue that it’s “just a game,” but it is still a simulation—and in many cases, the same principles apply to real-life scenarios.


This is why I struggle with certain football arguments.

Finidi dragged us backwards tactically. Is he an authority? What significant success supports his theory?

If this were Guardiola or The Special One, I would have given it serious consideration.

But football respects ideas backed by results. so Finidi should go and sit down ... na so we for believe say this guys doesnt know how to play ,see wetin dem dey play now ? talk true e no give you joy ?

TheSuperNerd:
Real Madrid sacks Xabi Alonso. Woah.

Alvaro Arbeloa takes over.

The Repeated El Classico defeat bites.

lexyman:
Does Formation Really Matter in Football?

Formation matters in football, but it is not the most important factor on its own. Formation is a tool, not a guarantee of success.



What Formation Actually Does

A formation:
Sets the starting structure of the team
Defines player spacing (width, depth, and lines)
Helps players understand their zones and responsibilities

For example:
4-3-3 → width, pressing, attacking play
4-2-3-1 → balance, control, smooth transitions
3-5-2 → midfield dominance, effective wing-backs

So yes—formation provides order.


Why Formation Alone Doesn’t Win Matches

Many teams use the same formation yet play very differently.

That’s because what matters more is:
Player quality
Roles and instructions
Tactics in possession and out of possession
Team chemistry and understanding
Game management

A well-coached team in a “weaker” formation can easily defeat a poorly organized team using a “perfect” one.


The Reality of Modern Football

In modern football:
Teams change shape constantly during matches
A 4-3-3 in attack can become 2-3-5
A 4-2-3-1 in defense can drop into 4-4-2

What truly matters is movement, not just where players start on the pitch.


When Formation REALLY Matters

Formation becomes crucial when:
Players don’t understand their roles
Teams face clear tactical mismatches
Coaches fail to adapt during the game
The system doesn’t suit the available players

Using the wrong formation for your players is like assigning the right people to the wrong jobs.

my take:
Formation matters for structure
Tactics, roles, and execution matter more
Players win games—not numbers on a tactics board

As Johan Cruyff implied:
“Football is simple, but playing simple football is the hardest thing.”


I have never coached a professional team. But I know my onions—especially from football simulations.

On PlayStation, I apply tactical adjustments and switch formations mid-game to confuse opponents. These are strategic concepts I have mastered. You may argue that it’s “just a game,” but it is still a simulation—and in many cases, the same principles apply to real-life scenarios.


This is why I struggle with certain football arguments.

Finidi dragged us backwards tactically. Is he an authority? What significant success supports his theory?

If this were Guardiola or The Special One, I would have given it serious consideration.

But football respects ideas backed by results. so Finidi should go and sit down ... na so we for believe say this guys doesnt know how to play ,see wetin dem dey play now ? talk true e no give you joy ?

TheSuperNerd:
Thank you.

Meanwhile, you get eye for Coach. Kudos again on standing by Chelle since Day 1 (Jan 7, 2025).
You and BankyGee... 🫱🏻‍🫲🏼🫱🏻‍🫲🏼👍🏽👍🏽

Sarsaparilla524:
The Tunisia🇹🇳 FA is set to meet with Coach Eric Chelle's representative and is willing to offer him around $100,000 a month to replace their coach, who was sacked after suffering a 3-2 loss to the Eric Chelle-led Super Eagles🇳🇬 and exiting AFCON 2025 following a defeat on penalties to 10-man Mali.🇲🇱

Tunisia is actively searching for a manager to lead them to the 2026 World Cup. The federation will officially contact Chelle's representatives after the ongoing AFCON.

Via: 𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐓𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐂𝐔𝐒

JayromWrites:
The match against Cameroon was so annoying. Like it was so glaring that he was bias. May God help Us

lexyman:
Does Formation Really Matter in Football?

Formation matters in football, but it is not the most important factor on its own. Formation is a tool, not a guarantee of success.



What Formation Actually Does

A formation:
Sets the starting structure of the team
Defines player spacing (width, depth, and lines)
Helps players understand their zones and responsibilities

For example:
4-3-3 → width, pressing, attacking play
4-2-3-1 → balance, control, smooth transitions
3-5-2 → midfield dominance, effective wing-backs

So yes—formation provides order.


Why Formation Alone Doesn’t Win Matches

Many teams use the same formation yet play very differently.

That’s because what matters more is:
Player quality
Roles and instructions
Tactics in possession and out of possession
Team chemistry and understanding
Game management

A well-coached team in a “weaker” formation can easily defeat a poorly organized team using a “perfect” one.


The Reality of Modern Football

In modern football:
Teams change shape constantly during matches
A 4-3-3 in attack can become 2-3-5
A 4-2-3-1 in defense can drop into 4-4-2

What truly matters is movement, not just where players start on the pitch.


When Formation REALLY Matters

Formation becomes crucial when:
Players don’t understand their roles
Teams face clear tactical mismatches
Coaches fail to adapt during the game
The system doesn’t suit the available players

Using the wrong formation for your players is like assigning the right people to the wrong jobs.

my take:
Formation matters for structure
Tactics, roles, and execution matter more
Players win games—not numbers on a tactics board

As Johan Cruyff implied:
“Football is simple, but playing simple football is the hardest thing.”


I have never coached a professional team. But I know my onions—especially from football simulations.

On PlayStation, I apply tactical adjustments and switch formations mid-game to confuse opponents. These are strategic concepts I have mastered. You may argue that it’s “just a game,” but it is still a simulation—and in many cases, the same principles apply to real-life scenarios.


This is why I struggle with certain football arguments.

Finidi dragged us backwards tactically. Is he an authority? What significant success supports his theory?

If this were Guardiola or The Special One, I would have given it serious consideration.

But football respects ideas backed by results. so Finidi should go and sit down ... na so we for believe say this guys doesnt know how to play ,see wetin dem dey play now ? talk true e no give you joy ?

elyte89:
This man fit go , to coach in a World Cup tournament is juicy enough

lexyman:
Does Formation Really Matter in Football?

Formation matters in football, but it is not the most important factor on its own. Formation is a tool, not a guarantee of success.



What Formation Actually Does

A formation:
Sets the starting structure of the team
Defines player spacing (width, depth, and lines)
Helps players understand their zones and responsibilities

For example:
4-3-3 → width, pressing, attacking play
4-2-3-1 → balance, control, smooth transitions
3-5-2 → midfield dominance, effective wing-backs

So yes—formation provides order.


Why Formation Alone Doesn’t Win Matches

Many teams use the same formation yet play very differently.

That’s because what matters more is:
Player quality
Roles and instructions
Tactics in possession and out of possession
Team chemistry and understanding
Game management

A well-coached team in a “weaker” formation can easily defeat a poorly organized team using a “perfect” one.


The Reality of Modern Football

In modern football:
Teams change shape constantly during matches
A 4-3-3 in attack can become 2-3-5
A 4-2-3-1 in defense can drop into 4-4-2

What truly matters is movement, not just where players start on the pitch.


When Formation REALLY Matters

Formation becomes crucial when:
Players don’t understand their roles
Teams face clear tactical mismatches
Coaches fail to adapt during the game
The system doesn’t suit the available players

Using the wrong formation for your players is like assigning the right people to the wrong jobs.

my take:
Formation matters for structure
Tactics, roles, and execution matter more
Players win games—not numbers on a tactics board

As Johan Cruyff implied:
“Football is simple, but playing simple football is the hardest thing.”


I have never coached a professional team. But I know my onions—especially from football simulations.

On PlayStation, I apply tactical adjustments and switch formations mid-game to confuse opponents. These are strategic concepts I have mastered. You may argue that it’s “just a game,” but it is still a simulation—and in many cases, the same principles apply to real-life scenarios.


This is why I struggle with certain football arguments.

Finidi dragged us backwards tactically. Is he an authority? What significant success supports his theory?

If this were Guardiola or The Special One, I would have given it serious consideration.

But football respects ideas backed by results. so Finidi should go and sit down ... na so we for believe say this guys doesnt know how to play ,see wetin dem dey play now ? talk true e no give you joy ?

TheGoodJoe:
Why Formation Alone Doesn’t Win Matches

Many teams use the same formation yet play very differently.

That’s because what matters more is:
Player quality
Roles and instructions
Tactics in possession and out of possession
Team chemistry and understanding
Game management

This is exactly from your post and fully supports Finidi. So what is the point of posting what supports Finidi's point and try to argue against it.

Finidi is 100% right.

Sarsaparilla524:
The Tunisia🇹🇳 FA is set to meet with Coach Eric Chelle's representative and is willing to offer him around $100,000 a month to replace their coach, who was sacked after suffering a 3-2 loss to the Eric Chelle-led Super Eagles🇳🇬 and exiting AFCON 2025 following a defeat on penalties to 10-man Mali.🇲🇱

Tunisia is actively searching for a manager to lead them to the 2026 World Cup. The federation will officially contact Chelle's representatives after the ongoing AFCON.

Via: 𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐓𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐂𝐔𝐒

FiveFootNinja:
E dey NFF hand now. If they like make dem jonz as usual

Blueelf:
You never see anything

Na person dey twitter dey argue say its not Finidi's fault that we didn't qualify

Lolll.

I just left the guy. He's a blockhead

Just ignore them

lexyman:
i am not saying he was wrong ...My point is simple: Finidi does not have the authority to make that claim, because he has not done the right things to support it.

Saying “formation doesn’t matter” is incomplete and misleading. Formation may not be everything, but it is still a critical part of the game. You cannot dismiss it casually—especially when you lack measurable success to back up such a position.

Authority in football discussions comes from results, proven tactical work, and consistent success. Without these, opinions remain just that—opinions..... what i am saying is that , that claim too heavy for him to speak about . until he gets to that height in his career .