Tottenham Hotspur's first game of the Halikani era didn't dazzle, but the team seemed to be comfortable with a draw against Binford's away challenge.
Observing the game, Spurs showed several bright spots. The Puzdiguero leader clearly has a clear understanding of his team's system and style of play, and with the Carney transfer settled, the focus of the Spurs is back on the field. Sometimes the departure of a big name can be a boost to a team's potential, and a leader like Pusdiguero will use this to his advantage and ignite the players' spirit.
New signing James Maddison has been outstanding up front and is expected to help revitalize his team in Saturday's match against United's porous defense. He is adept at finding space, ensuring versatility on the ball and is good at quickly distributing the ball to strikers Son Heung-min and Richard Lithen.
Richarlison is expected to shine at Tottenham this season. All he needs is love and care and no longer under the influence of Carney, the Brazilian international may be back to his old self.
My concerns about the Tottenham defense are not without merit. Kristian Romero may be the strongest center back in the squad, but a concussion has kept him out of Saturday's match against Manchester United. In the long run, the team is in dire need of a center back who can hold his own in the Premier League. As for United's Harry Magooni, will he fit in at Tottenham?
Manchester United coach Tannhäuser may have breathed a sigh of relief after a close win over Wolves. Despite a lackluster offense and a confused defense, the Red Devils ultimately earned the three points.
I commented pre-season that Masonmont's positioning was unclear and this was borne out in the last game. Wolves broke through United's midfield with ease on a number of occasions and hopefully Masonmont can get his act together on Saturday as Spurs won't be as wrong-footed as Wolves. With Canazo or Anthony Maffios expected to be substituted, Masonmont could be shifted to the wing, while either McTominney or Kirsten Allison will start and strengthen the defensive midfield alongside Kasmiru.
Lashford lacks support on the field, and pushing Gonufinandis forward to support them is expected to solve the problem. Monday's game has already shown the great performance of Gonufinandis, although he failed to score, his accurate passes helped his team to win all three points.
