Psychic Van de Ven, Postecoglou's exciting second seasons, Lo Celso and ending the Tottenham pain

Discussing Tottenham's victory against Burnley and what comes next at the club.

[@skim6902]

The KING IS BACK!

[@jaynepoland4615]

The most stable and sensible analysis at all times. You don’t cover over any cracks but your calm take on games without the histrionics. Many thanks for all the Time you spend bringing us the updates. 👋

[@Bd-lf7qp]

Micky Van de Ven is becoming one of my favorite Tottenham players, class defender

[@seunghunbaik5525]

So many things to unlock again. Maddison, and Bentancur looked a lot better than previous games. Romero’s commitment is unmatched. Son was creating a lot from the left two games in a row. VDV was running so fast after his goal so no one even attempted to run with him to celebrate.

[@mickbanner]

The Burnley game was such a relief. A far cry from a triumph...but confirmation that Son is better on the left, Skipp might not be the answer as LB, Bentancur is the most positive DM we have, we need a right winger that will have Kulu/Brennan fighting for the one free spot, VDV is the boss!

[@christiansmith6451]

God have I missed these videos. Genuinely the most rational analysis I get about spurs. Glad to have you back!

[@robertcameron109]

I love your videos because you don't swear which I for one appreciate. Thanks

[@JustIn-mu3nl]

I have been following Ange since his Aussie days, I still haven't seen Spurs play Angeball yet, they have come close at times or with spurts, I'd be quietly confident and hopefully some movement will be happening soon.

[@JacobFine2]

We love it, Ali. I think it's your very down to earth nature, and being the guy it feels we could run into in person and just have a pint with that is very refreshing. Sorry about the very busy schedule upcoming, and hopefully, you get some time after to spend with the family. I'm personally very much looking forward to the insights you receive about Lucas Bergvall. Take care!

[@JanM747]

Fantastic schedule ahead, Ally, knackering but exciting. Glad you had a good break and good to have you back.

[@luketracey1813]

How has Ali not hit 100k subs yet? His content is so consistent. Well deserves that KZbin creator awards before now! G.O.A.T

[@dant9855]

Would love to see more of Gio- even in the Biss role. I remember under Jose he was good in the deeper role, passes forward and loves a tackle too. Great content as always. Voice of reason stuff

[@pri5748]

Pray Ange plays the Under 11's tomorrow night!

[@susanwilcox1783]

Thanks for another excellent broadcast, Alasdair. So happy you had a great holiday and missed the Spurs chaos. I’ve learned so much from your videos!

[@AnilKapoor-ch6vi]

I love listening to you. You are so honest and genuine. You are an amazing professional.

[@Fl01892]

Mister Gold dont apologize 7:00 Family is always first and if that means we might miss out on a video or so I think most people here will respect that.

[@kevinangelathomson8336]

Ali, you should hold a meet and greet in Melbourne! I’m travelling over 6,500km within Australia with my 10 year old to see Tottenham play a meaningless fixture! I’m a longtime follower of Ange and can’t wait to see the boys in action. COYS

[@danohhhh]

Thank you for the upload king Gold. Enjoy your family time and best of luck in your hectic schedule to come! You got this

[@ShelfsideOllie]

We’ve needed you AG these last few days!!

[@saintg2871]

Thank you Mr Gold, for doing a video. You definitely deserve your holidays and time with family. But I will say I personally struggled to find any other analysis/podcast that I actually watched/listen to all the way through, like I do with your videos. You’re definitely the voice of reason and spit on with your analysis of our club.

[@neilhoyle341]

I understand the son comments. I am finding son and maddisons body language incredibly frustrating. Heads down, arms flapping like penguins. These are our Captains... lead by example. I didn't think Son was good yesterday until he went on the left wing. Then he looked like the old son. Just my opinion

[@jordaneubank]

Son has no hold up play, whatsoever. Besides his finishing, he has no business being a #9. He is best on the left. There is a reason why things looked better once he was on the left.

[@sssson]

???

[@GavinPasco]

Hey Alasdair, The second year is where you’ll see the Tottenham Ange is creating. He always said 3-4 transfer windows to mould his squad will be needed. Strap in Spurs fans, the hunt for trophies is imminent!

[@marcolearmont9880]

He'll need more than new players and the one tactic he deploys week in, week out. There's no plan B or C, just the high line. Everyone's worked him out and unless he changes his stubborn one-tactic wonder, he's finished. It may have worked in the Scottish league but it won't wash in Premier League. I hope I'm wrong but I give him until Christmas and he'll be Levy fodder!

[@GavinPasco]

@@marcolearmont9880 Yeah,fair call. I just think he’ll bring in players that can work and be successful in his system. Ange is no mug, I’m sure he’ll make adjustments but all within the framework of his game plan. As a neutral fan ,it’s been an interesting watch on how fans waver from one week to the next. This forum definitely provides the most balanced views I think. I guess in 12 months tie we’ll be much the wiser.

[@marcolearmont9880]

@@GavinPasco yeah I hope you’re right. And after yesterdays game, I was impressed for most part how we disrupted City’s usual fluidity. Hopefully we shop well and Ange works on some new tactics. The building blocks are there.

[@MultiDwang]

Is there a better defender in England than Mickey Van de Ven ? I haven't seen one. He continues to amaze us all. Long may it continue.

[@1882TheLane]

What I will say is regarding Van de Ven. What a player at his age and his first season in an elite devision. I am sure there will be some elite managers... cough cough asking a lot of questions in house as to how they missed this player. I know the ones and everytime I see Van de Ven play. It puts a MASSIVE SMILE on my face thinking... Suckers, he is ours.

[@666spurs]

watched Bayer Leverkusen and realised how much they play as we did in the first few months, but they do it for 90 minutes and so many shots from outside the box

[@orinorio1]

Another great video from Mr Gold. So cool that i was watching your videos from the start. One of the first to sub. Always the most down to earth and reliabl Journalist for Spurs. For me this season as been one of Spurs best for a long time. To finish 5th or maybe eveb 4th after most people said Spurs would struggle to finish 8th. No Harry Kane. Brand new manger new players. The crazy month of playing LB and RB as defender's missing most of the midfield. Ange has his system and next season with additions Spurs will be even stronger. The wonder will be what if Spurs had beaten Chelsea and the players that got injured has stayed fit. Think Spurs would have been finishing 3rd right now.

[@bazbarovic9201]

Just to think that last summer everyone was going we should go for Tapsoba instead of VDV. Not the price of the player but quality.

[@davidgrove9731]

Lo Celso got his obligatory five minutes, for the life of me i don’t understand when the team is crying out for creativity. He must have upset Ange in a big way.

[@Blackbird58]

Somebody told him that "Roo-boffer" was a complement in Australia.

[@spursla1]

Great vid, I'm so excited for next season. I'm 100% convinced we have the right man in charge.

[@allanblake5236]

You have been our spurs psychologist throughout the season and we have never wondered who is yours, especially so over the pass few weeks. I think Guesty can take up that position. I think your break was well deserved, although we were selfishly wondering what had happened to you, because we needed our dose of making sense of spurs. Thanks for this analysis after what can be considered a good day at the office. COYS!

[@swayne1441]

Feels so strange saying this but man I want us to lose so badly against city. We are not going to make the CL and we can't have the scum win the league because of us.

[@Antec76]

I think it would actually be such a kick in the teeth to the fans if they turned up this game after the poor performances they’ve given in the last few games

[@swayne1441]

Exactly

[@devononair]

I agree with all the comments here.

[@Leon-Noir]

I think testament to the quality of your videos was how much I missed them. It has been an awful fortnight and I was constantly checking to see if you were back. 😂 Good to see you again and glad you had a fab holiday, you look re-energized.....maybe I need a trip to Croatia!

[@Tomtuckey]

He’s back.. and with one and a half hours of all things Spurs - this will make my Monday commute a little more tolerable. Cheers Ali!🍻

[@blrbrazil1718]

I think GLC has been wasted by Ange. His posture may have been coloured by the player's track record at the club, but GLC has shown enthusiasm and professionalism under Ange and didn't deserve to be so neglected. What is more, i think he and Hojbjerg have the right mentality that Ange is looking for. And as you say, we are going to need a bigger squad for next season, as this group has been looking gassed with the bare minimum fixture list (although appallingly scheduled by the EPL, with big gaps followed by a crush of matches - that goes for the women's schedule too) and we will not only have European football next season but hopefully also some extended cup runs.

[@MrHowsabouthathen]

Nice to have you back

[@SB-hg5sq]

Ali, Ange ball is fantastic to watch and can be devastating but I csn only recall 2 games where we have played it for 90 mins consistently, Newcastle at home and Villa away. What's your opinion on it being playable for a whole season? I think Ange has to tweak his tactics in order to be successfull in the prem, and we need 5 or 6 new players that are able to play it consistently.

[@KeithHepburn]

Croatia is amazing. In fact I'm considering returning and spending some more time there it just has a perfect balance of Sun, Sea and Sight Seeing. As for the season. I agree it was not a nightmare some feel it was, its just a shame when we did get players back and we had a chance to push on we seemed to lose our way.

[@dogwalk3]

hearing your voice in the presser, i was hoping to have one of these! glad you came back after this past game rather than before.

[@crispy_T]

Ah Mr Gold nice of you to join us :)

[@andrewgregory1543]

Welcome back Ali, Romero, VDV and Porro... Well, that's our forward line sorted for next season 😀

[@Dugiesrevenge]

If only his ball control was as good as his calm presence with words he’d be the new Mousa running the game we so desperately miss…😂

[@geraldsmith3231]

For me you missed the standout performance of the day in terms of stamina. Pierre-Emile Højbjerg's toddler (looked to me to be about 4 or 5), as the team came back on the pitch, ran towards the South Stand and received a cheer, he then proceeded to run all over the pitch North, South, East, West I swear he covered every blade of grass and effectively lapped the pitch several times. We should sign him now, with the engine he has and just a bit of his dad's skill he could be starring for us in 15 years time.

[@highlandersteve9953]

Looking good, Ali! Glad you had some time off, even happier to have you back.

[@mikespurs3203]

Hi Alistair nice to have you back and I admit I'm like you I wouldn't want to lose to Man City just to stop Arsole winning the title specially if we still have a chance of getting a Champions league place, I might be the only one but imagine if it was us beating City that gave Arsole the title we could hold that over them for a while ages, saying they couldn't win the Premier league without our help they weren't good enough to do it by themselves and to depend on Spurs to help them out 😂

[@IvanGreenaway]

Thank you for always being the voice of reason 👍

[@paddylindley1879]

The debate about whether or not we want to lose tomorrow is irrelevant really because we all know we’re going to lose comfortably anyway; particularly the way we’ve been playing.

[@tvgcmma9215]

Be interesting to think what ange thinks about the atmosphere in stadium on tues and how effects players - as ange and the players will want to win but the crowd will be in two minds

[@jakepeterson5243]

Alasdair being a farenheit guy is a big win for us across the pond 🇺🇸

[@supersaq12]

Just coming back from women's final. Glad to have you back back for the journey home!

[@cannedham8630]

As I've said before , this is the only Spurs fan page I'll listen to now. There is too much hysterical behaviour off the other fan pages. I appreciate that we are starved of trophies, but I am sure we will get there! We needed to get through this season, and I think we are nailed on 5th place now?! All things considered, that's not bad at all. Especially how apocalyptic everyone thought it was going to be.

[@AJBenny159]

Been looking forward to this. Hope you had a lovely holiday Ali. Glad you missed those two awful defeats😂 a lot more positives yesterday especially the second half. Hope you’re well

[@shaunemoore4541]

Hi Ali, did you go to the Lapad part of Dubrovnik. There’s a Celtic pub - big pic of Ange on the wall of course!

[@papertrex3673]

Your timing for vacation was exquisite. I think we face on the result as they are and grow from it. We can’t grow if we don’t face where we are as we are.

[@philippaulpeters]

Glad to have you back, Ali. Don't feel obliged to squeeze out a video this week, we understand that you are busy. If Micks plays at left back this Tuesday, it will be mouth-watering to watch him in a head-to-head match up against Kyle.

[@cossiethomas791]

We looked more fluid with Son on the left, Johnson on the right and Scarlett down the centre. Kulu kept cutting back , often losing the ball and breaking the fluidity ( in my opinion) Midfield played better despite opposition. MvdVen , Porro and Romero were excellent. . City will be weary of us and their poor record at the new stadium but it should be a great game.

[@Mark-99999]

Scarlett isn’t good enough

[@jaymac6831]

We are not a million miles away. More quality in our front 3 and a solid number 6 who is consistent will make a massive difference in making Ange's ideas work, even the defensive issues...good to see you back Ali...COYS

[@Blackbird58]

The goal that VdV scored was worthy of Haaland-perhaps AP might consider starting him up front for the Sheffield game?-he'd terrify any defence, if it's said that he can play anywhere, lets try him in the No.9 role-might be a revelation?!

[@eunchbanch]

Good to see you back here!

[@daddacooper1981]

Yes Ali, feels ages since we last saw you, thank god it wasn't 5 losses in a row, look forward to this one. COYS 😄😄

[@PluckingAmateurs]

I want Villa to beat Liverpool so there's no reason not to throw the City game. We are different.

[@paullambillion6828]

Great and proportionate assessments. And of course as you say Klopp and Arteta had only ok first seasons with some fans calling for their sacking. We've made decent progressml.

[@michaelmccarthy6464]

Hi Alasdair hope you thanks enjoyed your trip thanks for your update and the info thanks for your hard work take care stay safe

[@smoschou]

Micky could play as a CF in that Haaland role if Ange needed

[@Fender360]

Boycie impression was spot on. Bring him back every week...

[@normanroberts1942]

Hi Alasdair, glad you had a brilliant break with your family. Much needed 3pts against Burnley just one more point to secure 5th place. Stay safe and well. COYS.

[@ApexGoat_]

Tell Ange to play the kids against city! Be great experience for them no matter the result

[@lisawilkinson9107]

👋🏽👋🏽👋🏽👋🏽 Good to have you back, hope you had a nice break.

[@tetleytetley7880]

Hi Ali please use your contacts and get a message to the players that they must not win or draw the game v man city, we need to rest all our defence so we can beat sheffield u and seal 5th spot.

[@irod1324]

Thanks for doing these! Glad you had a good vacation as well, Croatia is on our list

[@roloka11]

Thank you !

[@ainsley9856]

The return of the ice cream van, that's one for the original fans! Love the videos as always Ali 🙏🏽

[@robC118-v8u]

Great work M8. Enjoy your Family time 🙏🏻

[@katerixham711]

Ali No sigh .Glad you enjoyed your break in Croatia .Micky V is fantastic hope they get him to sign a long contract because others will want him. So glad we are back to wining ways. Glad Dragusin played with the noise of his agent. Ali Hope you will get a break in your busy schedule . Thanks for update .GOLD GOLD GOLD.

[@katerixham711]

Alli great no sigh Glad you enjoyed Croatia . You are going to be very very busy Ali I would like the players to play for 90mins next season. Alli take care busy schedule for you. GOLD GOLD GOLD.

[@kernowchris]

Living in West Cornwall I see a lot of Plymouth Argyle. So, a big shout out to Ashley Philips who won Argyle Young Player of the Year Award. Ashley is an excellent defender, needs to be a bit more confident bringing the ball out of defence but mostly a wonderful prospect for Spurs. Alfie Devine has also done well but though picked by the ill fated Ian Foster (who lasted 3 months as Manager), he wasn't truly able to shine. Alfie did show promise though especially in the Run In and he helped keep the Pilgrims in the Championship.

[@Jedimm]

Good to have you back…..I believe we have finally had the Harry Kane absence catch up with us. Teams are just letting us have the ball because Sonny down the middle is not as dangerous. With Harry on the pitch Sonny had more space. People are forgetting that..someone for SpursKings mentioned the defensive headers of Kane, so really, we just have not replaced Kane and it has caught up with us.

[@tvgcmma9215]

I def don’t want arsenal to win the league but not living in london anymore and seeing many arsenal fans doesn’t bother me as much - plus the way Everton are playing think people underestimating them and can see them using that and getting result on last day v arsenal

[@peteblue2621]

Welcome back Ali. Hope you enjoyed your holiday.

[@Jedimm]

Kulu will be back up 10 next season, mark it. We will get another winger on the right.

[@SusanNapervilleSpursFan]

Welcome back! Hope you feel refreshed!

[@laggyasian6487]

If we do get europa, then i want us to win it. Gives the players abit of confidence and hunger for bigger trophies.

[@simonfoxhall8604]

Great to see you back. For me, Romero needs to be the captain. He’s a leader who is demanding. I think he’ll drive the team to compete. Much as I love Sonny, I want an aggressive, demanding, leader at the head of the first 11.

[@sssson]

Sonny💯

[@devononair]

Maybe in the future. Romero is a bit chaotic and unpredictable and you don't necessarily want that as captain, but he could grow into a dependable captain. He's an amazing player though!

[@itsagundam_egirl]

Hear me out, it'll be perfect if Brandon Austin makes his first Premier League debut against Man City. Let Ange know, so that Austin would finally get some minutes under his belt, and play a game that doesn't matter if he makes a mistake or not. C'MON LET'S MAKE THIS A TREND LADS

[@tetleytetley7880]

Welcome back Dr Gold

[@danielradd111]

Im just a guy on the sofa plotting world domination one video at a time 🌎 😂

[@lookingfordiscovery]

Missed you Alastair, I also had a break, I think us spurs fans needed it

[@louloutri]

Really happy to see you back in front of your blue wall 😉 Yes we need your vids when our results are awful, simply to raise our spirit just a bit 🙂 I'm glad you had a great vacation with your wife 🙂 Why not go one day with your wife to Salento (province of Lecce, Italy) ? I moved there from Belgium and it's lovely ! I could offer you a beer while talking about Spurs which I support since 1981 (even though I'm Belgian) 😉

[@Nitr8Dj]

what did you think of the burnley player tripping himself up the spending 5 mins chucking a hissy fit cos he wanted a pen i know he got booked but id of sent him off when he carried on

[@Jedimm]

Also, I don't think we can let Richie go as he is our only proper 9 and we need 2, so are we going to buy 2 strikers in 1 window? I don't think so, keep him and add.

[@darrellwilliams610]

You can't keep make excuses for Deki.. he's bang average . Needs to be sold, never going to be a starter again when we buy a new winger.

[@MrGraywood7]

unfortunately, he's stagnated since his promising start. sell

[@darrellwilliams610]

@@MrGraywood7 How can you play a winger that refuses to go one on one against against the fullback? It's quite obvious he's not a 10 at this level. Perhaps he's a backup for Destiny. How much longer do we try to find him a spot?

[@marcolearmont9880]

I hear what your saying, but from day one I've always thought Deki is played out of position. He has skill but he lacks speed. He's played in a number 10 position for us and for previous teams and I think he's more suited there. I'd have liked to see him rotate with Madders this season but feel it's too late for him now. We'll probably go and buy another number 10 and Deki will either be sold or used as a squad player.

[@darrellwilliams610]

@@marcolearmont9880 His intelligence or lack of it is also a big concern. He gives stupid fouls away in bad areas. The Everton equalizer and the Chelsea free kick goal to name but two. He played as a 10 a couple of weeks ago and got yanked, I can only imagine what Lo Selso must have thought.

[@marcolearmont9880]

@@darrellwilliams610 Romero also makes a lot of stupid mistakes. I thought Deki played ok against City. I think Ange’s system will take time but I really don’t think Deki is done yet. I think he’ll be a decent squad player next season, just like Werner. We just need to shop well, but a clinical striker and some decent defenders and a defensive midfielder and then we’ll have a decent chance of top 4. The big change is needed in set pieces and having a plan B. Ange needs more in his locker than just the high line!

[@jamescook001]

Alasdair Glow, nice to see you with a bit of colour Mr Gold other than that British off white complexion. A good cup run next year and also fielding 4/5/6 players from the youth accademy in the Europe League if that becomes our fate would be a good approach, along with a top 5 or 4 should be achievable next season once Ange strengthens his squad.

[@JJJ-bs8sm]

VDV started as a CF in his younger years. He finishing skills clearly show has played in that position.

[@marcolearmont9880]

All the more reason for Ange to play him as a temporary LB and let Dragusin step in at CB. Look at the Burnley game. Dragu comes on as CB, VDV moves to LB and score a goal. The fans have been calling for this since Udogie got injured but it took 3-4 games before Ange tried it.

[@BelgianHotspur]

Big up Ali ! So happy to catch this tonight ! EHHHHY 👍🏻

[@BelgianHotspur]

We missed you ! Bit of an underperformance with the sun cream 😂 🥵

[@BelgianHotspur]

Sorry if I harangued you for a video . The dude needed therapy maaaan

[@stevecohen8206]

I’m one of those Al that say Romero holds onto the ball too long. Knowing when to use that tactic and when not is the key. Many times there have movement up front and momentum is lost. I hate it Al with a passion. Our first goal conceded against Arsenal, was a diagonal back pass instead of lobbing it forward. It ended up being a corner for EPH own goal. Also the odd hospital pass given with that tactic.

[@chryschrysostomou5392]

As Spurs fans, I think the result, ManU Vs Arse was watched by us very intently. We know the result now and it's now time to to think whether we want to win on Tuesday against ManC in the hope that we can get CL or if it won't be enough. All the same, if we win, the Gooners will laugh at us for helping to secure them the Prem. They won't thank us, and say, "well done Spurs"!

[@robharwood-stamper9857]

I don't think it's in Ange's mentality to set out to lose. Thankfully, MC are on fire and chasing a goal difference deficit. I think we'll get a full power City that we probably won't cope with

[@femiogidan791]

We should play our U18s on Tuesday, or our ladies.

[@hehatemefrisbee]

Missed you Ali! Welcome back, and welcome back Spurs to winning ways. Now let's hope we lose on Tuesday.

[@peterstokes4740]

Hi ally, great to hear from you, hope you had a lovely break 😊 enjoy your quality time with Mrs g! Great to see spurs win,at last.keep the faith 😊COYS

[@meetjamesfox]

I'm glad you had a nice break.

[@mrkennedy2062]

This is tough 😂😂 cheers for the update ali 👍

[@ericp331]

Welcome back! Did you get to see some of the Roman architecture and GOT filming locations in Croatia? Did you get to catch up with Perisic while you were there?

[@TFB97]

Only wins we have had in the last 11 games, is at home to Forrest, Luton and Burnley. And we were not convincing in any of those performances. Papering over the cracks. Still willing to give Ange time, but very worrying signs. Especially with a 99% fit squad.