Tifo Football Podcast Chelsea hold Arsenal, Liverpool & Man Utd win & Spurs lose again
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Dec 1, 2025 Ten-man Chelsea surprisingly held league leaders Arsenal to a draw, showcasing tactical adaptability. Liverpool secured a win without Salah, raising questions about his evolving role and Dominik Soboslai’s impact. The panel explored Tottenham's ongoing struggles and discussed Manchester United’s revival, highlighting Bruno Fernandes' key contributions. They also played a trivia game linking football legends, and analyzed the competitive landscape of the Premier League, with Villa and Brighton making waves among the top contenders.
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Chelsea's Tactical Adaptability
- Chelsea adapted tactically and remained dangerous even after going down to ten men against Arsenal.
- Rhys James' midfield intelligence allowed Chelsea to neutralise Arsenal's midfield three effectively.
Arsenal's Defensive Continuity
- Arsenal have been extremely consistent with their centre-back pairing of Saliba and Gabriel.
- They had only rarely started a game without both in recent seasons, highlighting remarkable continuity.
Salah's Role Is Evolving
- Liverpool won without Mohamed Salah starting, prompting questions about his long-term role.
- Tactical tweaks (Salah wider, Soboslai on right) offered defensive balance and different attacking patterns.