FCSB’s Gigi Becali Faces Criticism Over Team Decisions, Forced to Include Injured Players
Gigi Becali, the controversial owner of FCSB, has been making headlines again due to his team selection methods. He recently announced that he will force injured players into matches while excluding others who haven’t shown sufficient performance on the field. This decision is causing a stir among both fans and critics alike.
In an unexpected turn of events, Becali revealed that despite Florin Tănase’s injury during their recent match against PAOK, which resulted in significant medical attention, he intends to include him in the upcoming derby against Rapid București. This announcement has sparked widespread criticism, particularly among fans who are worried about further damage to Tănase’s health.
Moreover, Becali’s decision-making process seems to be increasingly inconsistent and confusing. Notably, two players — Ștefănescu and Băluță, despite their recent performances and a combined total of over seventy appearances this season — have been excluded from the squad list for both the Rapid match and subsequent games against Lyon in Europa League.
“Tănase today is here, tomorrow he’ll train. He’s coming back from Marijana and says he doesn’t want to miss playing against Rapid,” Becali stated at a recent press conference. “Bîrligea won’t play in the Rapid match or the one with Lyon. If Ștefănescu and Băluță could step up, that would be fine, but they don’t fit into my plans.”
The cost of bringing Ștefănescu to FCSB was a hefty 1.3 million euros, yet his playing time has been limited in recent months.
Further complicating matters is the fact that Becali announced his starting lineup well before the Rapid match despite the team’s strong performance this season. This premature announcement and forced inclusion of injured players while excluding others have led to significant questions about his managerial decisions, adding fuel to an already heated debate among fans and critics alike.
Despite these controversies, it’s worth noting that Becali has also announced that FCSB supporters will have exclusive access to a new merchandise item for the Rapid match. This gesture might help soften some of the public backlash against his recent decisions.
In conclusion, while FCSB currently sits atop the league table and could potentially increase their lead over Rapid, these decisions by Becali are causing significant concern among supporters and football analysts alike, raising questions about the long-term impact on the team’s performance and morale.