Originally Posted by
cherrypie7
Near the end of season now. Lads don't look particularly tired. Just seem to lack firepower up front without Raphinha. Don't seem to be able to win Premier League matches without Kalvin Phillips. Definite problem. Koch will have to grow into that position, but he is a talented footballer so, it will be interesting to see how fast he learns. We have been able to come back well against several clubs this season after conceding relatively early: Liverpool (2X), Man City, Leicester, Newcastle. But struggled to create anything against Brighton, Aston Villa and Spurs. They also struggled to create chances against Wolves. Interestingly both Wolves and Brighton play with 3 at the back. We have failed to score against both teams in 4 matches. Not a single goal. We have lost twice to 3 teams this season, Wolves, Brighton and West Ham. I think it is informative. Bielsa's tactics don't seem to work as well with this type of team. In the Championship we struggled against Sheffield United, with their 3 centre backs. I think Spurs play with 4 at the back, at least they did under the Special One. Barndoor Bamford may have more opportunities. That's my theory anyway.