4. Lack Of An X-Factor
They say in a tournament like the World Cup, every team needs an X-factor. Someone who can always stand up for the team and be the team”s go-to in any situation.
This South African team lacked a genuine x-factor which could create an impact on the match. They had big names. On paper, South Africa did look intimidating any day.
Winning those little key moments in the game really affects you in the larger picture, hence a person was needed who could stand up, absorb the pressure and single-handedly took his team home.
