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Who should replace Holger?

Roar Guru
29th May, 2013
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If the Socceroos lose badly to Japan should we replace coach Holger Osieck for the remaining two games. But if we do, so with who would we replace him?

I suggest Graham Arnold, Frank Farina, Tony Popovic or Ange Postecoglou. Or maybe a call to Guus?

Arnold has previous experience and is a much better coach today than he was when he was last national coach.

He has shown at an A-League level that he has an ability to develop a tactical game plan by analysing the play of the opposition.

Farina is again a previous coach, who has a proven track record in turning around sides quickly.

Of the new guys, Popovic has a huge tactical ability and has shown his skill this year.

Next is Ange Postecoglou, who is arguably the most successful coach in A-League history.

He has loads of technical and tactical knowledge. However, he has shown that at times he struggles to turn a side around quickly.

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So who should we go for? My vote is for Arnold as coach with Popovic as an assistant. They have a good relationship and know how to build a solid defence.

On top of that, both have experience in Asia.

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