Anthony Gordon reveals what made Newcastle beat Tottenham 4-0
The recent match between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur was indeed a roller-coaster of emotions for both sets of fans. Newcastle’s tactical switch proved to be the turning point, as they managed to unsettle Tottenham and secure a convincing 4-0 victory.
Anthony Gordon’s revelation about the tactical shift offers an intriguing insight into Newcastle’s approach. Recognising Tottenham’s proficiency in ball retention, Newcastle opted for a man-to-man marking system, disrupting Spurs’ rhythm and limiting their time on the ball. This tactical adjustment appeared to catch Tottenham off guard, making it difficult for them to impose their usual style of play. [Football London]
“We knew we couldn’t play our normal way against this team because they are so good with the ball so we tactically changed a little bit and went man for man,”
“I think our game plan the manager put us with was outstanding and helped us throughout the game.”
The impact was evident on the scoreboard, with goals from Alexander Isak and Gordon providing Newcastle with a comfortable lead going into halftime. The second half saw no respite for Tottenham, as Isak added another goal to his tally, followed by Fabian Schar’s decisive header.
Tough game!
For Tottenham, this defeat was a bitter pill to swallow, especially considering the implications it had on their league position and goal difference. Ange Postecoglou will undoubtedly be reflecting on the lessons learned from this encounter as he looks to regroup and refocus his team for the challenges ahead.
Gordon’s praise for Eddie Howe’s game plan highlights the importance of tactical flexibility in modern football. Managers must be willing to adapt and innovate, especially when facing opponents with distinct strengths and playing styles. Fair play to Newcastle, they did very well against a free-flowing Spurs side.
As for Tottenham, this setback certainly serves as a timely reminder of the competitive nature of the Premier League. With the race for European spots heating up, every point and goal difference could prove crucial in the final standings. Postecoglou will need to rally his troops and also ensure they bounce back quickly from this defeat.
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Arsenal at home and Chelsea away soon. We surely have to get back to our best and ensure maximum points from both these games. Not only it will help us in terms of points, but will give a huge psychological boost considering they are city rivals.
