The View From The Lane: The Athletic FC's Spurs show A tumultuous week, a brilliant team performance vs City
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Aug 25, 2025 The hosts celebrate Spurs' thrilling victory over Manchester City, dissecting tactical improvements and standout performances, particularly from Sarr and Paulinha. They explore the team's evolution and aggressive pressing style, emphasizing how pre-season training has sharpened their execution. Discussions also touch on potential transfers, including striker dynamics and urgent needs, while highlighting the club's emotional rollercoaster from frustration to newfound optimism.
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Winning Restores Perspective
- The City win felt like a cleansing reminder that winning matches matters more than signings.
- James Maw sees it as a mature, well-executed team performance built on training-ground planning.
Paulinho Changes Midfield Dynamics
- Paulinho's inclusion reshapes midfield roles and eases Bentancur's defensive burden.
- That allows Spurs to press higher and select midfield triples tailored to opponents.
Pressing Forces Long Balls Advantage
- Spurs' press forces goalkeepers to go long, neutralising aerial outlets.
- That plays into Spurs' strengths because their midfielders and forwards win headers and second balls.