In the rest of the first half, Southampton continued to attack with the ball, while Tottenham stepped up its pressing. Both sides made more mistakes, but it was a bit difficult for Southampton to penetrate Tottenham's defense.
It is actually a bit difficult for Tottenham to score goals through quick counterattacks.
After all, no matter how lively the play on the wing is, the solution to the problem still depends on the penalty area. Chambers and Font protect the penalty area very well. Tottenham's attackers still need space even if they grab points.
The rest of the game was still very lively, but the pace was much slower. Southampton's possession of the ball in the midfield was not without its effect.
When the referee blew the whistle at the end of the first half, the score was 2-1, with Southampton leading at home.
"Tottenham will strengthen their pressing in the second half, so we can also test ourselves by passing and controlling the ball, and then seize the gaps in their backcourt and give them a chance when we have the opportunity! The first half proved that they were direct against us.
There are not many good ways to hit behind, that is, rely on the speed of Gallas and Walker to chase back, but their left side is still a little behind, we need to hit this side more."
The players nodded one after another. The first half of the game had proved a lot...
At least Tottenham's defense is really not that good.
Villas-Boas also had a headache at this time. After strengthening the pressure in the first half, the rhythm of the game still did not pick up. Obviously this is the rhythm that Southampton prefers. The score is now behind, so the second half will be more dangerous.
"Gareth, it's up to you in the second half... Everyone pass more passes to Gareth, we can beat them from the wing!"
In the end, Boas could only say this.
This is star tactics.
Isn't Bell in a good state recently? Let him be more active, and then maybe he can open up the situation.
He is fast, so if everyone follows him and runs more, he is in good physical condition anyway, and by running, he may be able to pick up the rhythm.
This kind of tactical arrangement is actually not bad, at least it can be regarded as a targeted tactic.
This has increased the morale of Tottenham.
The dismissal of old Redknapp actually caused some confusion at Tottenham. After all, Tottenham players still have deep feelings for old Redknapp, and Villas-Boas is relatively young, so there is nothing wrong with it.
The results that are too convincing are a bit like the traffic in the coach, so it is still a bit difficult to win the confidence of the players when you first come here.
Villas-Boas is still capable, so he gradually gained some prestige. His adjustments in the first half were suppressed by Ji Ya, which gave him another crisis of confidence. Fortunately, the current adjustments are reasonable and well-founded.
, the players still feel that he is trustworthy at least at this time.
The second half of the game begins.
The two sides continued to struggle in the midfield, but Bell got the ball significantly more - he was the core of Tottenham's offense before and got a lot of the ball, and now he gets even more.
He began to dribble the ball continuously and launch attacks from the left. Southampton was well prepared and guarded at all levels, preventing him from completely breaking out. Then he could only pass in but could not cut inside.
This kind of defense is used by many teams to deal with forwards who are fast and strong in personal ability - for example, Henry, the King of Highbury, was targeted in this way many times, and Southampton will certainly use it too.
The players on the bench looked at Ji Ya with admiration - how did the leader guess that Tottenham's main player was Bell?
"Of course we have no other choice but to use star tactics." Ji Ya shrugged.
During the halftime break, his offense was arranged to play on the wing, and his defense was also arranged to pay attention to the wing defense on this side.
After blocking Tottenham's counterattack, Southampton began to attack more with the ball.
Tottenham's pressing was fierce, but Southampton's passing continued even if it was difficult.
What is the essence of ball control offense?
That is to suddenly speed up in a slow rhythm and catch the opponent by surprise.
This is how Southampton scored the second goal in the first half, and they also scored the next goal like this...
Mkhitaryan once again got the ball in the midfield, and then kicked it through without warning!
This kick did not pass to the right side. Southampton's attack just now was launched from the right side, which made Tottenham almost build up inertia, but this time Southampton's attack hit the left side...
Ronaldo, who came in at high speed, got rid of Gallas while running. Gala's problem of not marking people tightly was clearly demonstrated at this moment. Before Walker had time to return to defense, Ronaldo had already received the ball from Mu in the penalty area.
Hitarian's direct pass, and then quickly kicked off the goal!
Three to one, Southampton expands its lead!
"Okay, the overall situation of this game has been decided!"
Ji Ya snapped his fingers, then turned around and gave Benelli a high-five.
This is not because he is too arrogant, but because he knows that there is really no suspense in this game.
Tottenham's offensive methods are insufficient and Southampton's counterattack is sharp. The next step is just to see how much energy Tottenham can consume Southampton.
The two sides continued to struggle on the court. Villas-Boas did not want to admit defeat. He successively replaced attackers such as Adebayor and Dempsey. However, it did not have much effect. Instead, Southampton once again took a corner kick.
Taking the lead, Wundt shook his head and hit the goal but was saved. Benteke shot a supplementary shot into the net immediately!
Tottenham did not regain a point until the last minute. Bell's shot passed Navas and was barely blocked by Font who returned to the goal. Dempsey, who came on as a substitute, shot into the net immediately.
However, it was too late. 4-2, Southampton defeated Tottenham at home and won their third consecutive victory after three games without a win!
Boas was about to go back to the locker room with a straight face, but found Ji Ya walking towards him...
He really didn't want to shake hands with this bastard, but under such circumstances he must shake hands with the other party - this is also a practice in the Premier League.
"How is it? I won again, three to one." Ji Ya said with a smile.
Villas-Boas wanted to shake off Noriya's hand - the Europa League final, the two games at Chelsea last season, plus this one, Noriya won three games - he actually still remembers this and is doing the math.
!
Boas really didn't want to say anything, so he turned around and left after letting go of his hand. Ji Ya looked at his back and laughed.
It's not that he wants to target Noriya, but among the current head coaches of first-tier European clubs, Villas-Boas is the closest in age to him, only seven years older than him. As a head coach in his early thirties, Boas
Asi is also a bit too young.
Therefore, Noriya must suppress this opponent who is about the same age. Otherwise, why would he challenge those already famous top coaches?
Of course, from now on, Boas is still far behind him...
"I'm very happy to win this game. I can beat Tottenham despite the interference of the Champions League. It shows that Southampton is already a top team. It's hard to say about the Champions League game, but in the Premier League, we have reason to attack better.
A little honor." Noriya said at a press conference.
