Tottenham chaos, brilliant Vicario and Van de Ven fears
Nov 7, 2023
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Alasdair Gold and Lee Wilmot discuss Tottenham's chaotic defeat against Chelsea, the impressive performance of Guglielmo Vicario, and the injury concerns surrounding Micky Van De Ven. They analyze the intense match, controversial incidents, and potential replacements for injured players. They also debate the impact of player substitutions and discuss defensive challenges faced by Tottenham. The speakers touch on a pivotal moment involving Vicario and the strange homecoming of a former coach. Overall, they provide insightful analysis and look ahead to future matches.
Tottenham's defensive performance against Chelsea was commendable despite the 4-1 loss.
Eric Dier showcased his potential and made a strong impact in his first appearance of the season.
The podcast discussed Mauricio Pochettino's return as coach of Paris Saint-Germain and the anticipation surrounding his reception at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Deep dives
Brendan Johnson impresses before being substituted
Brendan Johnson had a strong performance, showing pace and direct play. He was unfortunate to be substituted and could have stretched the Chelsea defense with his speed.
Eric Dier and Emerson Royal make significant contributions
Eric Dier made a solid impact in his first appearance of the season, showing strong defensive skills and making crucial interceptions and tackles. Emerson Royal also performed well, making key blocks and showcasing versatility in both center back and left back roles.
Praise for Pedro Porro and other substitute players
Pedro Porro showed great defensive skills and contributed offensively with crosses and key passes. Other substitutes, including Skipp and Bentoncourt, made valuable contributions as well, with Skipp making interceptions and Bentoncourt creating chances.
Positive outlook for Eric Dier's future
Eric Dier's performance highlights his potential to contribute to the team, especially in a system that suits his strengths. Despite previous criticism, his strong showing is a hopeful sign for his future with Tottenham.
Defensive Performance Praised
The podcast highlights the impressive defensive performance of Tottenham Hotspur in their match against Chelsea. Despite a 4-1 loss, the podcast emphasizes the importance of recognizing the efforts of the defenders, particularly Gullini and Eric Dier. Gullini's goalkeeping skills and ability to rush out of his goal to win the ball are highlighted. The podcast also mentions a defensive lapse that led to a goal, but overall, the defensive display is commended.
Pochettino's Homecoming
The podcast discusses the return of former Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino as coach of Paris Saint-Germain. The podcast mentions the anticipation surrounding his reception at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and describes a brief moment of greeting between Pochettino and Tottenham's current head coach, Nuno Espirito Santo. However, due to the game's intensity, the podcast notes that the homecoming was somewhat anticlimactic. The podcast speculates on the possible replacement options in defense for Spurs due to injuries, including the mention of young center-back Alfie Devine as a potential inclusion in the squad. It concludes with a discussion on the uncertainty surrounding the availability of Richarlison for future matches due to a potential surgery he may need for a pelvic injury.
