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FELIPE ANDERSON has been criticised by Lazio coach Stefano Pioli for his poor performances this season.
Felipe Anderson has been criticised for his performances this season
Anderson inspired Lazio to a third-place finish in Serie A last season, but his form has dropped off after he was linked with a move to Manchester United.
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He was substituted at half-time of a goalless draw with promoted Carpi at the Stadio Olimpico on Wednesday and after the match Pioli questioned the midfielder's contribution.
"I believe he can do a lot more. I know it and he knows it," Pioli said.
"I had to change him because I'm the coach and I have to make decisions. But for the first 45 minutes I don't think it was fair to focus everything on one player, I wanted the whole team to play with more rhythm and intensity."