‘More to Come’: De Zerbi vows to unlock 8/10 Tottenham star’s potential after Stamford Bridge wondergoal
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11-second readTottenham Hotspur's 2-0 victory over Chelsea was sealed by Mathys Tel's 87th-minute solo strike, which Roberto De Zerbi views as a starting point for the winger's further development. Tel, rated 8/10, showcased individual brilliance by slicing through Chelsea's defense and finishing precisely.
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Tottenham Hotspur's 2-0 victory over Chelsea was sealed by Mathys Tel's 87th-minute solo strike, which Roberto De Zerbi views as a starting point for the winger's further development. Tel, rated 8/10, showcased individual brilliance by slicing through Chelsea's defense and finishing precisely. De Zerbi is determined to unlock Tel's full potential, having gained a reputation for accelerating the development of young talent. The Italian coach believes in Tel's innate capability and has a tailored man-management approach.
De Zerbi expressed his confidence in Tel, stating that he believes in the player 'maybe more than he believes in himself.' The coach was not surprised by Tel's spectacular goal, as he often displays moments of magic during training sessions. De Zerbi expects more from Tel in the future, indicating that the player's performance was a natural translation of his hard work into a high-stakes match.
Tel's emerging match-winning quality has provided De Zerbi with a lethal attacking weapon, contributing to Tottenham's seven points from their last three matches and their climb up the table. As De Zerbi promises greater output from Tel moving forward, the player's development remains a key storyline in Spurs' evolving project. The manager's relationship with Tel is becoming a prime example of his tactical mentorship.
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Mathys Tel’s breathtaking solo strike at Stamford Bridge put the seal on Tottenham Hotspur’s historic 2-0 victory over Chelsea, but manager Roberto De Zerbi views the moment as merely the beginning of the winger’s ascension. The 21-year-old French forward, who was rated 8/10 by us, produced an extraordinary piece of individual brilliance in the 87th minute, slicing through Chelsea’s defense before applying a precise finish to guarantee three points for Spurs in West London. Speaking after the final whistle, as shared by Last Word On Spurs on X, De Zerbi made it clear that he is completely adamant about unlocking the very best version of Tel during his tenure at N17.
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