Mali’s record at this Women’s Basketball World Cup is two wins and two losses. Both matches saw the African runners up lose to Japan (56-83) or Australia (58-112). Two heavy defeats.
“I am the culprit”
Coach Joaquin Brizuela Carrion takes on these two setbacks.I am the culprit. I must think a lot, especially regarding defense. We had a very poor game. It’s true, Australia is beautiful but I was clearly mistaken.” At a press conference, the Mali coach is recognized.
It is not only the defensive problem that must be solved. It is also the collective of Malian Malians that must reflect on themselves and work together as a team. It is the analysis.Oumarou Sidiya MaigaCoach of the U16 national Mali football team.I was not impressed with the children’s production. It seems that they are more interested in statistics than team play. I don’t get why they don’t play more together in defense and attack. This explains why there are differences. Technically, I don’t see any differences with other teams. He said.
“The most important thing in life is to have experience.”
Oumarou Sidiya Maïga knows this group well. Eight of the 12 have been African U16 champions. It is assumed that this young group made the decision to enter this extremely tough competition. It’s a chance for players to gain experience as well as progress. “The most important thing for these girls is to gain experience. It’s an experience we can use to our advantage and help our team in the next year. It is probably the youngest team in the competition. We have a chance of qualifying for the next round. All we have to do is negotiate the games against France or Serbia well. explains Oumar Sidiya Maiga.
After these setbacks, the Malians will face France (September 25), Serbia and Canada (September 26).
Drissa NIONO
The original version of this article appeared on Sport News Africa.
Source: sportnewsafrica
