Tifo Football Podcast Are Man City okay? And Man Utd win again!
Feb 2, 2026
A lively breakdown of Tottenham’s dramatic comeback and Solanke’s stunning scorpion kick. A debate on why Manchester City faded after a dominant first half and what their squad might need. Close looks at Manchester United’s late winner and tactical tweaks that are helping their surge. Chelsea’s late rally and West Ham’s troubles are also discussed, plus quick prediction rounds for upcoming fixtures.
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Formation Change Shifted Momentum
- Tottenham's second-half switch to a back four changed the game's momentum and exposed Manchester City's waning control.
- The formation tweak unlocked Dominic Solanke and freed midfield runners like Conor Gallagher to make decisive contributions.
Use Gallagher To Add Midfield Legs
- Use a box-to-box midfielder like Conor Gallagher to add legs and galvanise teammates when progression stalls.
- Deploy Gallagher for energy, late runs, and crosses into the box rather than relying solely on vertical passing.
City's Second-Half Drop Was Mental
- Manchester City showed first-half dominance but dropped intensity and control in the second half, allowing Spurs back into the game.
- The issue felt partly mental and partly about application, not simply tactical inferiority to Pep Guardiola.