Title: New Coach Osmar Injects Vital Energy into Persepolis, Says Club Veteran
In an exclusive analysis, Amirhossein Aslanian, a former star of Persepolis Football Club, has detailed the team’s new direction under head coach Osmar Vieira. He highlighted the necessary technical adjustments, the impact of the new management, and the essential requirements for the upcoming transfer window to bolster the squad.
A Necessary Shock to the System
Aslanian pointed to the appointment of Osmar as a pivotal moment for the team. “Persepolis continued for eight weeks with Vahid Hashemian, but the reality is that his ideas failed to convince the fans,” he stated. “The team needed a serious shock. Osmar arrived at the right time, and his starting match against Esteghlal Khuzestan was positive.” While acknowledging the opponent’s weaknesses, Aslanian emphasized that creating six or seven clear chances demonstrated that the team had rediscovered its confidence.
A Long Road to Ideal Form
The club veteran was quick to temper expectations, cautioning that not all problems have been solved. “Persepolis still has a technical gap to reach its ideal form. The team has a difficult path ahead,” Aslanian noted. “A good start with one victory is not enough. The process must continue, the team structure needs to be refined, and Osmar’s programs must be given time to be implemented.”
Navigating High-Pressure Fixtures
Discussing the high-stakes Hazfi Cup match against Tractor FC, Aslanian acknowledged the challenge. “The draw against Tractor is a difficult one. The Yadegar-e-Emam Stadium, with its passionate fans, always has an intense atmosphere.” However, he balanced this by noting that Tractor has also faced instability. “I believe the pressure is more on Persepolis because the expectations for this team are always high.”
The Osmar Strategy: Steering Through the Crisis
Aslanian underscored the critical role of the new head coach’s decision-making in the coming games. “The Persepolis players have the ability to build plays and pressure opponents, but it is the head coach who must determine the right strategy,” he explained. “Osmar doesn’t have much time, but with correct choices and a focus on details, he can guide the team through this sensitive period.”
Stability: The Paramount Need
The former player repeatedly emphasized that stability is the club’s most urgent requirement. “Persepolis must find stability above all else. The lineup should not constantly change. Players need to know what their roles are,” Aslanian insisted. “Maintaining individual readiness is crucial. It is the head coach’s skill to keep the substitute players prepared—a task Osmar managed to accomplish in his very first game.”
Player Revival: Osmar’s Key Strength
Aslanian praised Osmar’s immediate impact on the squad’s morale and performance. “He transformed Soroush Rafiei from a player on the exit list into an influential figure. The same thing happened with T.B. This shows he has the ability for both psychological and technical management of the players,” he observed. “If this trend continues, Persepolis can become the powerful team it once was.”
Three Essential Transfers
Concluding his remarks, Aslanian outlined three key areas for reinforcement in the mid-season transfer window. “Persepolis definitely needs to sign three players: a tall striker to complete the offensive line and utilize crosses, a dynamic and creative midfielder for tactical variety and controlling the center, and a quality side defender to strengthen both flanks. If these three signings are made and the team’s offensive momentum is maintained, Persepolis will have a lot to say for the remainder of the season.”