How Postecoglou is Revolutionising Spurs

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Spurs’ eighth place finish last season, losing Harry Kane to Bayern Munich, and appointing a relatively unheard of manager from Celtic had a lot of fans worried about what their ambitions for the season were going to be. But the reality is turning out to be a lot greater than expected, and Spurs have very quickly become one of the most exciting teams in the league. Let's take a look
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Chapters
00:00 a Change in Mentality
01:44 Conte Vs Postecoglou
04:16 This is Angeball
07:19 Exploiting the Overload
09:25 Defensive Improvements
09:58 How far can Ange take Spurs?

[@hungotuan4431]

The fact that different analysis channels interpret Ange's buildup pattern differently means that Ange is cooking something good. Lucky you Spurs fans!

[@garysmallwoodgs]

We are very lucky but we deserve a bit of luck 😂

[@joey1317]

You should be a spurs fan too

[@Jo555hn--g1m]

KZbin is democracy

[@user-sq7xn9oo7m]

or that "analysts" are talking our of their asses. lmao

[@brendanconnellan]

@@user-sq7xn9oo7m honestly I don't think most of them are, especially since they all very easily find clips to clearly show what they are saying. It's just that there are multiple ways that spurs do things. For example here he talks about the full backs arriving in the box for cut backs, which is true, but you can also see instances of the midfielders doing this like bissouma or when Sarr scored vs United, and some other youtube analysts have pointed this out instead.

[@elmehdinafia1237]

Porro and especially Udogie are beasts. They never get tired and play the 89 minute as if it was the first minute of the game..

[@WinWingWin]

Don’t forget Sarr is a Duracell bunny who never stops!

[@elmehdinafia1237]

@@WinWingWin yeap Sarr is a machine no doubt!

[@Duval-In-The-Wall]

@@WinWingWin That description is too perfect lmao

[@DJ_Spazzy]

Celtic fan here, what he done for our club was nothing short of a miracle. Say what you like about the league but it was the manner of which he turned it around and had the team playing fantastic football. While he still yet has to prove himself in europe for me personally, there is no doubt in my mind that postecouglo will be spoken about as one of the best managers

[@myrice101]

All the celtic fans said we would love him and that he would ascend us and how right they were I was keeping an eye on celtic when he was with you guys and thought he’d be nice to have but the base wouldnt want him Now we all love him and I am still buzzing he’s with us

[@shreyansh2149756]

Lol these bums are hyping this clown as prime guardiola 😂😂😂😂😂

[@chowdachops736]

When I heard the rumours I did my research saw that he was a father figure out own Ted lasso

[@tonyvu2011]

@@myrice101 I tried to tell Celtic fans the same when he first moved to Scotland, as an Aussie who had followed Angeball for a decade.

[@TheNanipounani]

​@@tonyvu2011Those Roarcelona days with Besart Berisha and Broich were the best times for A-League

[@tmoon9297]

Also Ange has succeeded as an underdog manager all throughout his managerial career. He knows how to help underdog teams win and overcome.negative mindsets as well as having good tactics. Also he doesn't want his team playing it safe, so they are constantly encouraged to take risks which causes the team to become braver as they keep playing and there is an element of exhilaration in playing this way which also translates to the people watching the game as well.

[@ma.t.t.9096]

Ange has been amazing manager, but I believe there are three more key changes to this success. 1) New key players of Madders and Micky, they were absolutely amazing. 2) Sonny as a Captain, unlike Lloris or Kane, he is more engaging and more brother like figure to the players. Son creates more welcoming environment. 3) Resurgence of Bissouma, he has been a stud. His defense, and playmaking was impressive.

[@kelvink55]

Ange had a say in all 3 factors so this is confirming he is a good manager?

[@burrrrr8525]

You forgot udogie and porro with the inverted fullback influence on the team

[@jimmynich4791]

​@@burrrrr8525Porro is like a new signing how his defending has improved.

[@jimmynich4791]

​@@kelvink55Big Ange took one or two training sessions at Spurs then told Bissouma that he's a key player there.

[@ryanmerriam3255]

Udogie too!

[@manwhoasked5942]

I love Ange and what he's done for Spurs. Inspiring that a manager who's not from Europe or S.America is succeeding in European major leagues.

[@danielradd111]

Well said mate,respect from australia 👏

[@jaekoh1514]

Ange recognized dier was cancer of this defense as soon as he got in whereas Mourinho and conte made him the focal point. Enough said.😂

[@myplaylist1005]

Can't blame the previous two manager. Jose wanted an experience CB and got Rodon. Conte wanted Bastoni and got lenglet on loan...

[@joeboi4yamum]

@@myplaylist1005 Well, you can. They wanted players that were unattainable. Everyone wants a Gvardiol etc. Big Ange and the scouting team simply coming in clutch with big decisions on players like VVD. A gamble originally, but now looking like defensive signing of the season for thw whole Premier League this year

[@marvelousmusampofu7982]

Great tactical system that has been effective. Just needs to add more depth to the squad so as to maintain the form once people like Son and Maddison get injured

[@kostar500]

Son and maddison get injured? That will be interesting for Ange…

[@yoshi9484]

Yup just like when son or Kane Kane got injured, it was bad news

[@user-jx8lf1jl1u]

I watched them twice this season yesterday against luton and the north London derby, yesterday i was seeing instances of Maddison dropping in a back 3, romero in right wing a back 4 of sarr, bissouma and vdv at some points, those interchanges absolutely fools oppositions and its really hard to defend against. If spurs back him ange they will become a force to reckon with.

[@athreyathandeswaran7510]

Get the winger. Get the Maddison backup. Get the defender. Challenge for the title.

[@merrittpalmer4349]

Dybala for Maddison backup?

[@aunglyit6446]

would take it if he not imjury like lo celso @@merrittpalmer4349

[@alexandermcbrien264]

Backup LB too mate, if Udogie gets injured then you're relying on Ryan Sessegnon and Ben Davies which isn't all that great either

[@athreyathandeswaran7510]

@@alexandermcbrien264If Spurs get another defender, VDV can play LB. You can't buy all the players in a single window. Prioritize 3 players and then adjust.

[@andyyoung9469]

Matt O'Riley is beginning to really catch the eye as a dynamic young midfielder up at Celtic. I would not be surprised if Ange came back in for him

[@tzetv]

Think it’s been fascinating that the Spurs defensive structure has held up well to mooted counterattacks that all the pundits kept maintaining they would be vulnerable for

[@The_SonicPELICAN]

That was a great breakdown! One of the best I've seen to explain Ange's system as I have followed his progress through his managerial career. Kudos!

[@lewissamuels1313]

I'm an Aussie and an Arsenal fan, so it's weird to be gunning for both the Gunners and Spurs. Go get it Ange!

[@nevillemignot1681]

The way that Maddison opperates is real breath of fresh air for me, sure Ange has given him more freedom [He plays very deep at times], but he still he sticks to what is called 'Ange Ball', he does play with more freedom but plays it within the overall attacking system...............The Aussie Spurs Fan.

[@damiarmyworld1314]

You highlighted several different tactics employed by Ange, the reason why Spurs always look in possession & control is Ange’s adaptability in game, his systems are never the same which causes unpredictability & uncertainty for opposition teams, Ange is like a chess master making the right moves before the opposition knows what’s going on.

[@hmq9052]

Example?

[@fonseco720]

​@@hmq9052ur mom

[@nicoviebrock5348]

"I watched them twice this season yesterday against luton and the north London derby, yesterday i was seeing instances of Maddison dropping in a back 3, romero in right wing a back 4 of sarr, bissouma and vdv at some points, those interchanges absolutely fools oppositions and its really hard to defend against. If spurs back him ange they will become a force to reckon with."@@hmq9052 was a comment here somewhere

[@TeaRizz]

As an australian who witnessed ange transform brisbane roar im so proud of how far this man has gone. The Australian national teams worst decision was sacking him midway through world cups, the people in power on those decisions would be lookin on with regret.

[@Lupi33z]

they didn't sack him, he quit because he was tired of working with donkeys in a dead end backwater

[@denniszenearl4691]

He wasn't sacked....he walked

[@BomabasticChom]

Ange was always too big to coach the Australian national team. He was always destined for bigger things! As an Australian it is great to see him finally having his genius rewarded

[@glennkeppel9836]

Good ole fossie.

[@jacobcarter3546]

Let’s not forget about the Asia cup win either, huge achievement from him. I know we were on home soil and the public expected a win. but Japan and South Korea both had better squads.

[@mrsupplementsUK]

This man knows when to make the correct substitutions - never have i seen such a change around in atmosphere. 3 years of dross - to this . With bargain of the season msddison . Superb and only the start ❤

[@alistairwilliams9074]

Thank you for this video. To be honest, I preferred Luis Enrique or Arne Slot which Vincent Kompany as backup. I was 50:50 for Postecoglou, but grew more & more to like him because of dozens or more videos about him especially his team talk, his persona & that one video of his translator getting booked while he was still at Japan. I'd also read a foreigner living in Yokohama told a story that because of him, many local people decided to follow the F Marinos. There was also one Celtic fan who made a Q&A about Postecoglou. One I remember was (I'm paraphrasing here): "My grandpa had Jock Stein, my father had Martin O'Neill & I had Ange Postecoglou." The changes he has made so far are brilliant. My prediction before the season was the same amount of points from last season but more entertaining football. I think they will be - as he says - bumps or derail a bit, but he won't let it for too long. The squad - as he said - needs maybe a couple more transfer windows & I think we're lucky we hadn't had European football or our squad depth will be really tested. About your last point about conceding chances; in a way, I'm not surprise especially from high turnovers. There are already games this season where we need around 20-30 minutes to figure the opposition pressing system & then after that, we get our chances. The players are still understanding his system & maybe Postecoglou is also still understanding his players. They are gonna keep with plan A with small tweaks but the philosophy won't change. Looking forward for the rest of the season & hopefully no more major injuries again please.

[@sumoathelstan]

I wanted Ange from the moment Conte got sacked And I got soooo much hate lmaoooo

[@totalefootball8637]

Another classic from the classic man himself. Great video, thanks man. These coaches have the same philosophy but different details means it is so exciting to watch them all

[@frostyrobot7689]

Great analysis of what we called 'AngeBall'. While I wish he could have given us a season or 2 more at the Hoops, it's good to see big Ange doing well at Spurs.

[@kokosijajuha3817]

Ange knows its all about the hard work he has the players respect and Ange respects the fans these victories are for the fans. Ange is not taking anything for granted he puts the club above himself what a gentleman.

[@ianmontgomery7534]

I like that Tottenham can now enjoy being described as offensive!

[@texaskid4444]

This is the best tactical breakdown I’ve ever watched. Subscribed!

[@djpaullawrence9993]

Great content. Refreshing to see breakdowns and tactical approach. Loads of channels are busy talking about who is not good enough for the club while ignoring the effectiveness of a system the manager deploys.

[@gegaoli]

Fantastic content and overall production. Love this channel.

[@thelionsam]

Understand the strategic battle is elevating my enjoyment of the game and appreciation for our new manager and his soldiers 👏🏻

[@shokalmortuja]

You should make more videos man!! Appreciate your work!!

[@sbzguadafoc]

Great video again! Your content is surely the best of its kind in KZbin right now, keep it up

[@aisniper4095]

Wow! Such a great analysis! Love your videos! Learn so much everytime!

[@jj45455]

One of the best managers in the world.

[@glennkeppel9836]

Love the hawks icon - lost on most people here.

[@peterleep8775]

You nailed on the head at the end. Why this type of play can work is because the have steel wall at GK and fast but sticky fullbacks (and others) that are willing to run back. Why not? The fullbacks are scoring also!! They also have teeth in this formation.

[@paulgee1952]

What I am enjoying is how the younger players are embracing it and showing a willingness to play. It will require rotation and a squad, that this season isn't quite at the same levels . Especially the back line and not quite finishing these moves may cost points as the season progresses. Keep it positive ,front foot . Mentality and decision making as important as fitness for this to really become second nature .Winning will always help reinforce that positive message , so keep working at it . CoYS!

[@cybond]

I watch Spurs because of Son… To be honest, it was very difficult to watch for last few years.. It was boring… but This year is pure entertainment

[@levikonel3232]

I am always waiting for you guys to post ❤

[@Mark-ft3sl]

Very good video well detailed, as a Celtic man who seen this for 2 years under Ange the spurs fans are in for a treat when this fully clicks into gear and more players arrive, the difference he has made in the space of a few months just wait until this time next year. If there is a spell where spurs look off it for a few games all I would say is trust ange and trust the process, he’ll get it right

[@romanbrooke7075]

At the end of videos like this it would be awesome to see your thoughts on the potential negatives of the tactics employed. Spurs haven't looked outclassed in any of their games so far so it may be tough, but with such in depth knowledge of what they are doing surely you could question how they'll fare against certain set ups. Just an idea!

[@Flavioamaralvilela]

Perfect!!!! Amazing Analytics

[@MrLuca60]

I think you’re absolutely spot on with your analysis but let’s not forget what AP has brought in is a winner mentality and a cohesive team that wants to achieve higher ‘goals’ Go Spurs!! 👍

[@thfc_jralone1]

Spurs' build-up structure is one anchor with the 2 inverted fullbacks(udogie & porro) in midfield on both sides of the anchor man(bissouma). The other pivot(8- sarr) joins the attack either through the left side of the midfield or right sides depending on James Maddison's movement. So instead of a 2 man midfield, the build structure looks like this, 2CB's-3cms-5FW. This very build up structure you're talking about is in game adjustments depending on the type of opponent being faced(basically teams who look to congest the middle of the park) But the latter is the ideal Ange Ball build-up structure. Take a critical look at it.

[@deanlooney6790]

best thing I have watched for a while. I learn't a lot. COYS

[@MetaFootballTV]

As a spurs fan, this was very insightful and added to what I already saw. I'd like to see your take on the exact opposite. How to stop Ange's tactics. Thank you !!

[@maxmoyer]

ITS DI HISTORI OF DI TOTTENHAM!! Great analysis yet again!!

[@superstarlevlyn5355]

Thanks for elaboration ❤

[@eagleqed1]

Great content mate👍🏽

[@JordJ95]

Class video mate 👍🏻

[@tonmoybaidya2743]

Spurs is gonna finish top 4, for sure. I want Spurs to win because it would be so hilarious for kane lmao

[@fildafernandes4366]

Well I don't want spurs to win perm or any trophy cuz I can already sense the Tottenham fans

[@spursfandan6081]

Really enjoyed your tactical take on Ange and Spurs so far this season. So when are you taking your coaching badges? This video was really interesting to see, so thank you my friend, awesome job.

[@odogorofamous8875]

Very dynamic tactics having d two full backs inverting to insyd forward might look dangerous to their defensive structure but is producing goal n results at d moment.

[@Scott-bh2qb]

Ange was doing inverted full backs long before Pep.

[@vujhvjvgvfujk9888]

When did Pep start doing it? Klopp made it really effective with Trent

[@Xzvizi]

Lovely video mate keep it up

[@dryroastpeanut9872]

Brilliant work!

[@narcotect]

Good analysis, add the diamonds and dynamic triangles and you're getting close

[@ebubeawachie]

This was an amazing breakdown.

[@BillyKueekSG]

I have not really paid attention to Spurs for years although I do catch some match highlights. I loved them during the 1980s to early 1990s when Gary Lineker played for them because my playing style was similar to his.

[@georgebalko2593]

Excellent commentary and examples.

[@clobbopus_used_beat]

Excellent analysis!

[@jucalebre7540]

Nice video, lets go Spurs

[@wkpaik]

Great analysis!

[@sundarmann6167]

It's all up to the players to spruce up their mentality and to think as toughies, with this system . Then, they'll be virtually unbeatable! I know that this team must believe more in their confidence and self-esteem. COYS!!

[@rachnajain1301]

theres so much to know in every play and positioning

[@craigmoy5428]

Excellent analysis

[@jasonsaleem552]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@soccerjames500]

Great use of clips!

[@OmbesaMhatu]

i was actually looking forward to use to analyse how they press the opposition without the ball

[@DiegoGaona]

Good job! Which program do you use for animations on the tactical board?

[@davidchokumanyara7526]

You are a genius, there is depth in your analysis

[@marvinschneider9309]

I think the role of maddison is interesting. Most of the teams have five players upfront, but with no one directly behind them. Maddison plays exactly there. This creates opportunities for overloads and combinations, but it sacrifices a defensive player. In Build up the 2-2 or the 3-1 structure are very risky in transitional situations. Spurs often choose the 2-2 but I think the 3-1 would give them more stability because the flanks are covered better. That’s what we could see with Nagelsmann‘s Bayern, with Kimmich in front of the back line and Muller in this free role behind the front five where he could roam and create. Really interesting concept

[@FizzahEditz]

Am I wrong in thinking Maddison doesn’t play behind a 5? He more or less plays behind a 4 with bissouma and sarr behind him

[@FizzahEditz]

My bad, just realised you’re referring to the fullbacks as a part of the 5 in front of him, great comment

[@derfussball6697]

De Zerbi style haha 2-2 build up

[@mclovincm]

Can you do a video about Ruben Amorim's Sporting Clube de Portugal with Victor Gyokeres? That would be insane!

[@premiere3610]

Wow I can understand your analysis. Tq.

[@allancaples4887]

Great video

[@NEERAJSINGH-um1wc]

Watched your video first time today and I like it it's quite knowledgeable

[@nice234farm]

Hello Football Meta, Pls can you make a video on the Box to Box Midfielder

[@coliewhitaker9843]

Excellent Analysis. Does anyone know of a way to watch a match with the full pitch in view? Would be much easier to see the tactics. Thanks!

[@Kanoez]

This video made me smile

[@randoviral8113]

Do a video on what Pochettino is doing with the Chelsea team so far

[@user-mr8zu6xx4w]

Many fears that if Son or Maddison were injured will greatly affect the results but I must point out that the defensive power of this team had been grown up much because of the tactics. They had to face MCI, WHM,CHE,AST but they had already met ARS,LIV,BRE,MUN before.

[@harshalgoel1653]

The solid defensive duo Romero and VDV has given us the liberty to play a much more attacking football , imagine the same with our previous defenders making errors often and overall mediocre performance , Udogie and Poro would be too hesitant to contribute in attack.

[@baniantoine9246]

you should analyze xabi's bayer leverkusen they are killing it right now

[@kalejeo6377]

I am quite sure spurs will not continue to win but if they do go on to win something this season that would be a sight to behold.

[@shredx81]

My take on it is that if you can create a positive buzz around the players, club and fans, it’s a better platform for potential success. The players can play the brand of football that allows them to express themselves and you can build a fortress for your home games. Seems to be a more organic template for a club than just financing a rotating squad and team tactics. We’ve been depressing for a few years and not getting desired results either, so at least giving punters their money’s worth is a step towards change and something to build on.

[@anaszulkifli2031]

Ange made the players play as a team offensively. Conte put the team into individual battles but ended up with too many individual errors, Mou relied certain individuals offensively and wanted the team to defend as a team sitting back.

[@glennkeppel9836]

That's what all the analysis is overlooking - team. He is a true leader, where players feel empowered to take risks and make decisions. He has their back.

[@Hani.1988]

Very informative! So 3-4-3 won’t work well in the premier league anymore

[@miguelporras8366]

Telé Santana is the man who sould be credited with false/inverted fullbacks (Leandro and specially Junior). Guardiola adapted that concept (as he did with WM, Cruyff's midfield diamond in last season UCL final and Spalletti's approach to false 9) to current football.

[@davidk3422]

Postecoglou''s revolution can be summed up in a word. Making Sonny captain and center forward. It has brought a sea change to the dying team.

[@user-ir3xc9hf6y]

this is fxxking true

[@pesxbarca]

Can you do a Girona tactical video please?

[@ivarkristoffersson3282]

Ange ball is brilliant! Such a big difference already since last season!

[@herakliet2145]

Spurs play a unique kind of attacking football, and one of the reasons why I think it's been hard to stop them is primarily because of how Maddison adds an attacking monkey wrench to proceedings. He has a kind of freedom to move around the play overall and create link ups or relieve pressure where he deems it necessary, which as a result makes it difficult for opposing teams to nullify him entirely- simply because it's hard to stop him on paper (ie create a tailor made strategy to stop him). This means that Spurs generally look very dangerous in attack with him (and Bissouma together). Once Maddison is subbed off a lot of the threat evaporates simply because teams can more comfortably resist Spurs' incursions (in general, and I think that over time as Ange gets some transfer windows and even deeper training even this may change). That being said, Hojbjerg seems to be a good option for when Spurs don't want to up the tempo but to slow it down, which has its bonus in very dodgy games. Vicario was also mentioned but he's been an incredible signing for this side as well. Just my 2 cents.

[@labrador6499]

West Ham vs Spurs will be interesting in terms of tactic battle.

[@martinrooney6883]

To all the spurs fans and english media who doubted Postecoglou...get it up yous! 💚😜 hail hail

[@buddhaabuser]

way more technical than Tifo and very enjoyable

[@nevarmaor]

Ange ball is such a refreshing change from the dour Moaninho/Conte football I have been suffering through the last couple years.

[@sigfigronath]

The way Ange manipulates the full backs is very smart, very Pep like. Ofcourse having Maddison really pushed them a top 6 team to a top 4 team easily, and the new ball playing gk and Bisoumas press resistance shouldnt be ignored.

[@petrosprokopis]

Sorry, I don”t mean to be critical of your comment but Ange was playing this system way before Pep. We saw it in Australia many years ago and the reason why Pep stated that Ange was an exceptional manager was because he saw Angie’s system in Japan (Angie’s Yokohama team was part of the City group). Either way, all Aussies and Greeks are backing Ange and we all have a leaning towards Tottenham now that he;s there. Wishing your club all the best and we’ll all be barracking for your team from a distance.

[@tabulajoseph8733]

webale nnyo.. good breakdown, i will be following them play

[@alsonraj]

I have followed soccerment for long time and its great platform but what does 3 Degree , 6 degree means on stats?

[@AmazinJ89]

Id be curious to know what the stats for the first 10 games 22/23 vs this year. Comparing stats from 8 games vs 38 games doesnt make it fair

[@snowdrop6847]

22/23; w7 d2 l1 unbeaten in first 7 games 5 wins 2 draws . Game 8 lost to Arsenal 3 -1.

[@AmazinJ89]

@@snowdrop6847 I was referring more to the tactical analysis of the matches over the first 10 games

[@PD-sv6xp]

I think udogie is more wide than porro.. while sarr is often goes to touch line..

[@jnicevs557]

Sonny increases team's win rate by 40%.

[@emmanuel8944]

Please can you review pioli's ac milan this season!

[@Sam-cz2bz]

It's only 8 games in, let's see after 19 games. Hopefully , we will still be up there.

[@beniascension640]

It would be good if you could put an option of french in your videos . Please🙆

[@user-kf6yi5hy1p]

Pls do luis enrique s tactics for psg mate

[@DiogoGaming2]

Make a video on Sarri´s Napoli