Stadium at Tottenham Hotspur:According to recent remarks made by Ange Postecoglou, “some trust-building needs to happen” between Yves Bissouma and his peers in Tottenham. How much faith is earned by a thunderbastard and an almost flawless performance as the only No 6?
Bissouma demonstrated why he is a player to be trusted in his first game back after a one-game suspension following his videotaped inhalation of laughing gas. He completed 73 of his 79 passes, a match high at the time of his substitution, along with two tackles, five long balls, and his first goal for Spurs.
When he was on the field, Everton had just one shot on goal and less than thirty percent of the possession, which speaks volumes about their growing deficiencies and about Bissouma’s excellent midfield performance.
In a 4-1-4-1 reminiscent of Pep Guardiola, James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski operated as twin attacking midfielders, so Bissouma was essentially left to handle Abdoulaye Doucoure, Tim Iroegbunam, and Idrissa Gueye by himself.
Four wingers in the starting lineup could have suggested Postecoglou had abandoned the middle altogether, but in reality, Bissouma was merely playing three positions. His aim was a brilliant illustration of why he is worthy of fighting for and a cathartic release of his recent frustrations, delivered with scorching fury from the area’s edge.
Though redemption is now a protracted and intricate process, Postecoglou and his errant charge have a unique chance to collaborate on a goal that will benefit both of them.
Both Bissouma’s performance and his joy said a lot. Heung-min Son was at his side as he dashed to the corner flag and raised his index fingers to both temples, seemingly demonstrating his improved mental fortitude and unity.
After expressing his regret to the crowd and bowing with his palms together in supplication, he ran up to hug his employer and gave him a heartfelt embrace.
Given that Bissouma is notoriously tardy and forgetful, that he was given two red cards in the previous season alone, and that he was once caught speeding five times in six weeks by the same camera, there are many reasons not to think he can actually make a real improvement.
Earlier in the week, Postecoglou stated, “You know what it’s like when you punish your child and they do everything right for the next two days.” Perhaps this performance is merely the actions of someone who wants to be taken off the bad list.
Alternatively, it might be the first appearance of the new Yves, the first day of a future where Spurs eventually manage to create order out of their own brand of football mayhem.
It appears that he has the urge to concentrate on football because he is eager to engage with the fan base and accept responsibility for his conduct. Now the task is to hold onto that desire and resist the urge to give in to old habits and temptations.
It’s reasonable to argue that Bissouma may make the ideal Postecoglou No. 6 if he performs at the way he did against Everton.
Angeball has no genuine place for a basic ball recycler, hence it is always doubtful that they will get a pure defensive midfielder. The defensive compromises that Bissouma’s manager is prepared to make in exchange for quick ball movement and brilliant attacking play are consistent with his shortcomings.
Bissouma, who is far more adept at moving the ball than regaining it, is lively and resilient enough to give Spurs a competitive edge that they frequently lack. His experience should be invaluable in a youthful but talented squad.
Following the game, Postecoglou stated, “Biss was good. We know Biss is a good football player. It’s about him being the best version of himself.” “I felt it was a disciplined performance, and discipline is a big thing for him.”
“He definitely possesses the ability to accomplish something exceptional. To offer himself the opportunity to demonstrate his abilities as a football player, he must, however, make sure he makes every effort to perform well both on and off the field.
“That’s not a never-ending thread; we do believe in him and we are giving him an opportunity.” It really is up to him to continue.
Maybe Bissouma has needed to reach his lowest point in order to gain the essential perspective, to realize the potential and skill he may waste, and the enormous opportunities that lie ahead of him.
Step-by-step, day-by-day, 20-yard-screamer after 20-yard screamer, he may develop the foundations of both the career he should have and the success Postecoglou’s creativity and philosophy progressively deserves.
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