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LaLiga: Why I benched Iheanacho in Osasuna draw – Pimienta

 

Sevilla manager, Garcia Pimienta has revealed the reason behind his decision to bench Kelechi Iheanacho in Monday night’s thrilling 1-1 draw at Osasuna.

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Iheanacho was left on the bench for 90 minutes in the keenly contested encounter.

The 28-year-old was expected to make an appearance in the game but Sambi Lokonga and Lucien Agoume’s injury forced Pimienta to change his mind.

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“I would have liked to have everyone available. I would have brought on more players if I could have. Kelechi couldn’t come on because of Lokonga’s discomfort and Agoumé had to do so,” Pimienta said after the game.

“Saúl is a very experienced player. He came to help and contribute important things. He has had a very good recovery process and played a good game in a situation that was not easy.”

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The Nigerian has made seven league appearances for the Rojiblancos this season.

He joined Sevilla on a free transfer in the summer.

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