Yeah i find surprising that some see similarities between the systems of AVB and Pochettino. Biggest difference for me is AVB would always set his team up not be defeated, thats why we hardly ever scored in the first half under him. Pochettino sets his team up to go out and win from the start, which is huge mentality shift.
A mentality shift which isn't currently as productive or effective...
That isn't opinion, that is fact based on results. But seemingly people (@CheeseGromit) can't accept this.
That is your prerogative.
I think there are three massive similarities between the systems:
- their formation in essence are the same and both favour the inverted winger - some subtle differences do exist though I agree
- both formations/systems leave our striker incredibly isolated more often than not
- both rely on individual brilliance for goals (although Poch is maybe moving away from this)
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