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    How Tuchel’s tactical genius led Chelsea to victory twice

    Chronicle EditorBy Chronicle EditorAugust 12, 2021No Comments2 Mins Read
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    Thomas Tuchel did not name any player from Manchester United or Manchester City in his squad
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    Chelsea’s manager, Thomas Tuchel has revealed why he substituted Edouard Mendy for Kepa Arrizabalaga when it got close to time for the shootouts.

    According to the tactical genius, he took advise from his analyst and goal-keeper coaches. The 47-year old German said that the statistics showed that Kepa was more suitable for penalties which ultimately informed his decision. Edouard Mendy made some superb saves in normal time, but stepped aside for his fellow keeper as the shoot-out loomed.

    Kepa Arrizabalaga was the hero for Chelsea in the Super Cup, saving two penalties in the successful shoot-out having come on right at the end of extra-time.

    Kepa kept out Aissa Mandi and Raul Albiol as the Blues emerged victorious by six penalties to five after each team scored once in 120 minutes.

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    Chelsea Players celebrate

    “When we came to Chelsea and we had the first cup game against Barnsley, we got the statistics and we were prepared,” Tuchel said.

    “Kepa had the best percentage at saving penalties. The analysis guys and the goalkeeper coaches showed me the data, then we spoke with the players that this [substitution] could happen when we play knockout games.

    • Chelsea beat Villareal in penalties to lift Super Cup

    “Since then they have known. It’s fantastic how Edou accepts it, and it’s fantastic how the talk went on the morning before the cup game in Barnsley. These guys are true team players. I’m happy for Kepa and I’m happy for Edou.”

    Tuchel acknowledged the resilience of Villareal’s stubborn opposition, stating however, that the right team emerged victorious.

    Tuchel has led the blues to two major European victories in record time. Some may call him the best tactical genius, as he has dominated the global stage of football, relegating the likes of Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte.

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