Kovač explains decision to sub Arsenal loanee Nwaneri on and off against Villarreal
Borussia Dortmund coach Niko Kovač explained that substituting Arsenal loanee Ethan Nwaneri was a tactical decision based on workload management. Kovač praised the 19-year-old's performance during his limited time on the pitch.
Why it matters
It highlights the development of young talent in top-tier European football and the careful management of player fitness.
After coming on for Konstantinos Karetsas in the 27th minute of Borussia Dortmund 's 3-2 Champions League win over Villarreal on Tuesday, Ethan Nwaneri was substituted again in the closing stages.
As BVB coach Niko Kovač explained after the game, the decision to take the Arsenal loanee off was related to his workload and the situation late in the game, with Dortmund defending a lead.
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