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Tactical analysis: How Chelsea and Tuchel outplayed Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham Hotspur’s Failing to cope without Kane series‘ sequel was released when they faced Thomas Tuchel’s new-look Chelsea, and critics have given some splendid reviews.

Eric Dier when Chelsea enters the penalty box #TOTCHE pic.twitter.com/XE4LIxktzM

— Caleb Byrd (@CalebByrdAR) February 4, 2021

In our review, we will take a look at the tactical side of things and how José Mourinho’s newest Kane-less system failed.

Line-ups

Tottenham lined up in a very narrow 4-2-2-2, with Hugo Lloris supported by a defence of Serge Aurier, Toby Alderweireld, Eric Dier and Ben Davies.