Analysis examines Roberto De Zerbi's tactical approach at Tottenham Hotspur
According to BBC Sport, Tottenham Hotspur are implementing Roberto De Zerbi's tactics, featuring a 2-3-2-3 shape with rotation across positions to create space for direct wingers, while central play draws defenders in to open wide areas. Four games into the Premier League season, Spurs and Coventry City are the only sides yet to score in the league, and Spurs have spent about £320m on players, with many attacking reinforcements; goals have come only in the Carabao Cup. The return of James Maddison from a shoulder injury could help Tottenham in attacking zones.
Key facts
- 01Tottenham and Coventry City are the only sides yet to score in the Premier League after four games.
- 02Tottenham have spent about £320m on players, with a bulk in attacking reinforcements.
- 03De Zerbi's approach involves luring pressure, slowing play, then accelerating and exploiting spaces behind the press through direct passing or carries.
- 04The team shape in possession is described as a 2-3-2-3, with Bentancur anchoring in front of two central defenders and rotation among wingers, full-backs, and midfielders.
- 05James Maddison returned from a shoulder injury for the Carabao Cup tie at Liverpool, potentially helping Tottenham in attacking zones.
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