Now we see the real Ange Postecoglou of Tottenham
Tottenham Hotspur’s season took a significant turn during the half-hour mark against Chelsea in November, marked by a red card for Cristian Romero, a penalty, and injuries to Micky van de Ven and James Maddison, ultimately resulting in a 1-4 defeat.
Despite a valiant effort against Chelsea, the loss of the two impactful summer signings dealt a major blow to Spurs, and subsequent injuries to key players like Cristian Romero, Richarlison, Brennan Johnson, Giovani Lo Celso, and Rodrigo Bentancur exacerbated the challenges.
Manager Ange Postecoglou acknowledged the difficulties during a win against Newcastle United the following month, emphasizing the need to build resilience amid a decimating injury crisis.
A theory surfaced, attributing the injury crisis to Postecoglou’s demanding style of play, termed “Ange-ball,” which prioritizes high intensity. The article suggested that as players adapt to this approach, muscle injuries might decrease over time.
Drawing parallels with Postecoglou’s time at Celtic and Yokohama F Marinos, the theory suggested that the injury problems eased in the second year as players became accustomed to the physical demands of his system.
While the worst of the injury crisis appears to be over for Spurs, the return of key players, including James Maddison, is seen as a positive development.
Maddison’s impact was crucial for Spurs in the early season, and his return from injury was met with enthusiasm from fans.
Postecoglou expressed confidence in Maddison’s recovery and highlighted his eagerness to make an immediate impact, acknowledging the player’s resilience and commitment to returning to form quickly.
With the return of van de Ven and strategic additions like Timo Werner and Radu Dragusin, Tottenham Hotspur’s squad is now stronger, providing depth and adaptability to Ange-ball.
As the team emerges from adversity and adapts to Postecoglou’s style, the upcoming period is anticipated to showcase the true potential of his Tottenham Hotspur team. While success is not guaranteed, the prospect of an exciting and resilient Spurs side is on the horizon.
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