Tottenham delivered a statement victory at Villa Park this weekend, dismantling Aston Villa in a performance that signaled their growing dominance under the current tactical regime.
While the scoreline suggested a competitive contest, the reality on the pitch told a different story, one of North London superiority driven by a midfield masterclass.
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Sky Sports News reporter Jamie Weir, speaking from pitchside at Villa Park, was unequivocal in his praise for several Tottenham players including Conor Garragher, who he believe has his best game in a Spurs shirt.
Conor Gallagher performance vs Aston Villa
(Photo by Adrian Dennis / AFP via Getty Images)
Since his move to the capital, Gallagher has struggled to make any significant impact, often struggling under previous two managers.
But under Roberto De Zerbi, Gallagher seems to have found his groove, with the Italian getting the best out of him.
Weir described the performance as “Gallagher’s best game in a Spurs shirt,” noting that he controlled the tempo and transition of the game with relentless intensity.
Stat
Output
Touches
59
Possessions Won
6
Duels Won
4
Tackles
3
Accurate Long Balls
2/2
Shots on Target
1/1
Goals
1
Conor Gallagher – Game by Numbers vs Aston Villa via Squawka
Gallagher wasn’t alone in his excellence. Flanked by Joao Palhinha and Rodrigo Bentancur, the trio formed an impenetrable engine room.
“Either side of him, Palhinha and Bentancur were utterly magnificent,” Weir added.
The praise extended to the flanks, where Mathys Tel and Destiny Udogie were described as “relentless,” supported by a composed defensive pairing of Kevin Danso and Micky van de Ven.
Gallagher full of praise for Roberto De Zerbi
The Italian manager has injected fresh energy in the existing squad, who have responded to him immediately.
Tottenham’s Conor Gallagher speaking…
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