Benjamin Šeško initially served as a supplementary player on the bench under Michael Carrick’s guidance. However, he has rapidly transformed into a standout performer for the Slovenian national team. His performance is remarkable, consistently resulting in a goal scored within an average of just 60 minutes – an excellent statistic that has quickly gained attention.
This impressive scoring rate, nonetheless, prompts a key question: why does Carrick appear to lack full confidence in Šeško’s regular starting role? The manager’s decision-making process regarding the young player remains somewhat unclear. Last weekend’s match against Aston Villa highlighted Šeško’s immediate impact.
Despite beginning the game on the bench, he entered the field in the 75th minute and, just six minutes later, capitalized on an opportunity with a powerful, first-time strike to score. Conversely, his contribution against Bournemouth was limited to a mere 20 minutes of game time, suggesting a potential disparity between his impact from the bench and his performance when given more sustained playing time.
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Why does Šeško, despite his excellent form, still sits on the bench?