this is the best thing for me. At times last season I would ask myself why Gerrard was watching what we all were, and couldn't seem to address the way we'd be so pedestrian and predictable in possession.Gerrard and the coaching team have clearly learned from last season and have used the time away to really address the issues and we are thriving.
Firstly we now have the level of depth needed to maintain the high standards for the entire season. If we have 4 or 5 players out or players go off form it is not big deal because we have quality replacements that fit seamlessly into the system and are desperate to get a starting place.
Defensively we have improved dramatically, it starts with our front 3 who are as hard working as any in the league and press to immediately get the ball back. If teams break on us we tactical foul and stop them getting near our goal.
The other huge improvement is we are no longer relying on Morelos, previously our entire system was built around him and when he went off form we struggled. Now Morelos is playing almost a Firminho role where he drops deep allowing our other forwards and midfielders to run in behind. Teams can no longer just park the bus because they cannot cope with the rotation and movement and we are now regularly getting goals throughout the team.
I agree this is the most exciting team since the McLeish treble season but the big difference is this is still a young team that will just get better and better
Totally agree but more to the point I need to know how you’re getting in to matches ya bassAgree completely.
The work rate, the transitions, the pressing, the rotation up front, the passing in midfield, it’s an absolute joy to watch this side. And I haven’t even mentioned our defence.
For the first time since Advocaat’s days, I’m going into matches knowing we’re going to win. Not hoping, knowing.