This was a clash between two teams still finding their feet in their respective situations. United took the lead in the first half with Bryan Mbuemo the highlight of their attack, before Spurs adjusted their possession structure and pressing scheme to make a second-half comeback with the game culminating in Matthijs de Ligt’s last-gasp equalizer […]
Tottenham Hotspur succumbed to their arch London rivals Chelsea at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as their poor home form continued. A solitary goal from Chelsea’s Joao Pedro in the first half was the difference between the sides, although the Blues could’ve added a few more with the chances they created. The win saw Chelsea move […]
Football is frequently a game where scores do not wholly reflect the state of affairs on the field. Contrasting fortunes for two Premier League teams have proved the point this season, but this Carabao Cup clash could contribute to moving the needle in a more deserving direction. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. […]
Tottenham tried to take ownership of their latest test at their ground and address a poor streak that has tainted their strong start to the season. However, familiar faults were encroached upon by the side of a wily strategist, proving once again that the biggest risk to take is none at all. Tactical analysis and […]
As the second block of Premier League contests comes to an end, it is visible where some sides have flattered to deceive. These two teams conformed to the early trends. The visitors keep picking up points thanks to a few decisive figures in a stable rather than thrilling framework, while the hosts have held onto […]
This clash was a contest between clubs at the opposite ends of their processes. Spurs spoiled a special night for Scandinavian football, but Thomas Frank felt far more uncomfortable back on Nordic soil than he should have done as his group ground their way to with a point by full time. Tactical analysis and match […]
Brighton continue to be their biggest enemies as they blew another lead in the latter stages of an informative clash with Tottenham Hotspur. While the hosts have evident and repeating flaws, their guests gave the new coach more reason to believe in his pragmatism and principles. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. Brighton […]
Tottenham Hotspur beat West Ham 3-0 away at the London Stadium in gameweek 4 of the Premier League. Goals from Pape Matar Sarr, Lucas Bergvall and Micky van de Ven after half-time secured the three points for Spurs as Tomas Soucek was sent off in the second half for a reckless challenge on Joao Palhinha. […]
After five goals, two wins and zero goals conceded, Tottenham Hotspur had momentum, but Bournemouth soon changed the story of the afternoon. With their trademark pressing structure and direct attacks constantly cutting through, they should have made this a more humiliating result. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. The frame of reference of […]
Thomas Frank made his name at Brentford with organized pressing and dangerous, direct attacking play. This was the formula he used to beat City here, exploiting the space behind City’s high pressing and pouncing on mistakes in buildup to earn two first-half goals which were enough to collect three points at the Etihad Stadium. Tactical […]