Pranav Shahaney

Wed 29 November 2023 8:10, UK

Philippe Clement may look to drop Abdallah Sima from the playing eleven for the Rangers game against Aris after his display over the weekend.

The Senegal international’s performance against Aberdeen on Sunday raised concerns about his effectiveness on the pitch.

A pass accuracy of 71 per cent [Sofascore] is subpar, especially for a team like Rangers that relies on fluid ball circulation and build-up play.

Sima’s inability to complete any crosses from one attempt highlights a lack of precision in the attacking third, a crucial aspect in creating goal-scoring opportunities.

Furthermore, missing a big chance is a critical statistic that suggests a lack of composure and finishing ability, a trait Rangers cannot afford to compromise on, especially in crucial fixtures.

Dribbles completed at 4 out of 9 and ground duels won at 6 out of 15 indicating inconsistency in one-on-one situations, crucial for a player deployed on the left wing.

Possession lost 18 times is a significant concern as it disrupts the team’s rhythm and exposes the defence to potential counter-attacks.

Additionally, committing three fouls suggests a lack of discipline, which could result in unnecessary free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Based on these statistics, Clement should consider dropping Sima for the upcoming Europa League game against Aris on 30 November.

In high-stakes European fixtures, precision, composure, and discipline are paramount and someone who struggles with passing accuracy, fails to convert significant chances and loses possession frequently could prove detrimental to Rangers’ chances.

Clement may need to explore other attacking options that offer more reliability and consistency to ensure a strong performance in the Europa League.

Sima has been decent this season, but such a performance calls for an axe.

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