Our writers analyse the key moments from Spurs' impressive 2-0 win against Manchester United
in the second half earned a standing ovation), he’s aggressive, physical and likes to get in the box.Sarr had three of Spurs’ first four attempts at goal in the match, then hit the post via a Luke Shaw deflection. And then for the game’s most crucial moment he was in the right place at the right time to take advantage of some incredibly lax United defending as they watchedprogress the ball from the touchline to the six-yard box unchallenged before picking out Sarr.
Sarr and Bissouma’s effort in terms of limiting United’s counters meant that Ten Hag’s side couldn’t use one of their strongest weapons, and it was only a Casemiro header from a free kick and an Antony chance early in the second half that causedConsidering the attacking nature of Ange Postecoglou’s game, the level of counter-pressing Spurs showed in the second half and in parts againstis a must to make sure Tottenham aren’t caught out on the transitions.
Top teams know how to exploit that, and Ten Hag is lacking a player who can partner Casemiro who can solve a number of issues in the first phase.
United are only two games into a new campaign, but are playing as if they are afflicted with a physical and mental fatigue that only arises after 30+ games. Ten Hag has gone into 2022-23 hoping to close the gap on the top two sides in the country, but his players seem to have misjudged the early pace of the Premier League.Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. Try a week on us.
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