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The prevailing sentiment among analysts is one of dissatisfaction with Zubeldia’s management. Discussions circulated regarding the coach's inability to adapt strategies or initiate timely substitutions, which many felt could have positively influenced the game's outcome. As pointed out by José Manuel de Barros, Zubeldia has only made halftime changes five times over 52 matches — a statistic that further fuels criticisms of his rigid approach to game management.