Even above Arsenal! Possession powerhouse Tottenham ranked in ‘this’ position in Premier League charts under De Zerbi
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13-second readTottenham Hotspur's average possession percentage in the Premier League this season is 61.0%, ranking them second behind Manchester City's 64.2%. The data was compiled by StatMuse and shared by TottenhamMuse on X. This possession-heavy approach is a hallmark of head coach Roberto De Zerbi's tactical identity.
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Tottenham Hotspur's average possession percentage in the Premier League this season is 61.0%, ranking them second behind Manchester City's 64.2%. The data was compiled by StatMuse and shared by TottenhamMuse on X. This possession-heavy approach is a hallmark of head coach Roberto De Zerbi's tactical identity.
Tottenham's possession metrics are driving positive results, having collected seven points from their last three matches. In their recent 2-0 victory against Chelsea, Spurs held 68.92% possession and stifled Chelsea to zero big chances. This demonstrates the effectiveness of De Zerbi's fluid, possession-heavy methodology.
Only four Premier League teams have maintained an average possession share of 60% or higher this season. Arsenal ranks third with 60.8%, and Brighton's 60.4% rounds out the top four. This highlights the selective few teams dictating terms in the top flight.
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Tottenham Hotspur’s tactical identity has undergone a radical transformation under head coach Roberto De Zerbi, and underlying statistics now confirm that Spurs are firmly established among the elite ball-dominant teams in English football. Following a statement 2-0 victory against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, where Spurs held a staggering 68.92% possession on enemy turf, the club’s season-long control has been placed into clear national perspective. According to data compiled by StatMuse and shared by fan outlet TottenhamMuse on X, Tottenham Hotspur boast the second-highest average possession percentage in the Premier League this season at 61.0%.
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