The Tuchel Thread

[milka 3,390]

if Tuchel adds the Premier League title this season + CL after less than 2 years at the helm, he can be declared a god

Liverpool v Chelsea next week is already an absolutely massive game in the title race.

[OneMoSalah 8,883]

Big balls to drop Werner (although the writing was on the wall) v Arsenal as I expected many felt he would play off Lukaku but again, like most things Tuchel has done here it was the right call.

It showed that we can be a pretty good attacking team without Werner using Lukaku, Mount, Havertz and the wingbacks, despite the fact many people believed he wouldn’t leave Werner out at all because he is a “key part of the team” or offers pace and movement.

Honestly, whilst its only one game, I really get the impression Tuchel will use Werner like he does rotating between Kante, Kovacic and Jorginho depending on the opposition. Or if he ups his game something huge. The games v City and Liverpool for instance, or bigger European games where we might be a bit more pragmatic or play more on transitions, I would expect Werner to be used then. Against majority of the teams in the leagues I would expect 2 from Mount, Pulisic, Ziyech and Havertz playing off of Rom. 

We have a lot of flexibility though in attack now with Lukaku. We can play into his feet, he’s able to roll people, he will run the channels and ultimately in the box his movement is sharp.

I know its 2 games in but I think now we will be definitely competing for the title, that has to be the goal. All of TT’s interviews talking about wanting more and not looking back on the CL is very promising and the sign of a winner also.

 

Edited August 23, 2021 by OneMoSalah

[DH1988 1,346]

I think we will get some answers on Saturday against Liverpool, really looking forward to it.

[MoroccanBlue 5,375]

17 minutes ago, Mana said:

It's only 2 games in. It's too early to say we are in for a title challenge.

I have yet to see what happens when Chelsea are a goal down. Do we falter or have the mentality to still win the game. There were many games last season that the former happened. How do we perform against good low-block teams. These questions still need to be answered before we can say we are in for a title challenge.

We should have an idea early October. 

[ZAPHOD2319 4,798]

I think against an anticipated bus parking team Werner is not going to be as effective as a team that will play a high line. I doubt Werner will be out of the picture for long, but I think Tuchel is going to play his players in the games they have the best chance for success. I think he is going to rotate players as much as he can also. I wouldn't read too far into any selections yet.

[NikkiCFC 8,285]

Our squad is made for 2 games per week. That should be natural because we have such a good and big squad. 

[bigbluewillie 1,930]

On 22/08/2021 at 21:55, milka said:

if Tuchel adds the Premier League title this season + CL after less than 2 years at the helm, he can be declared a god

Liverpool v Chelsea next week is already an absolutely massive game in the title race.

First part yes!

2nd part, it's not "an absolutey massive game in the title race" a big game yes and I can see us winning it, but any indication about who's going to win the league nah.

[OneMoSalah 8,883]

What I like about him is even at full time, despite the circumstances and his praise of the team to the media, you can see he still wants more.

And tactically, would say that again, another big game, another good showing. The second half, you can see the intensity and desire he’s instilled in the players to defend and be solid. I mean someone said tactically and as a coach in general he is better than Conte a while ago and I felt it was too early but I think he so far 3 games in this season (4 including the Super Cup) after a pre season which wasn’t necessarily easy due to the Euros, there are clear indications this team can go and win the league.

Maybe getting excited but I just get the feeling that we can and will be right up there. Yesterday proved that. Sarri or Frank’s teams would of crumbled and conceded a second goal. Even Conte’s second season we probably lose that. 

[Superblue 6,372]

37 minutes ago, OneMoSalah said:

What I like about him is even at full time, despite the circumstances and his praise of the team to the media, you can see he still wants more.

And tactically, would say that again, another big game, another good showing. The second half, you can see the intensity and desire he’s instilled in the players to defend and be solid. I mean someone said tactically and as a coach in general he is better than Conte a while ago and I felt it was too early but I think he so far 3 games in this season (4 including the Super Cup) after a pre season which wasn’t necessarily easy due to the Euros, there are clear indications this team can go and win the league.

Maybe getting excited but I just get the feeling that we can and will be right up there. Yesterday proved that. Sarri or Frank’s teams would of crumbled and conceded a second goal. Even Conte’s second season we probably lose that. 

Completely agree, yesterday just emphasised how solid and organised we are defensively both individually and as a unit. We are being coached phenomenally right now.

We didn't even concede a "big chance" in that second half yesterday. Survived the initial onslaught with the home crowd baying and after the first 15 - 20 minutes of that second half Liverpool looked to have run out of ideas and on another day we might have nicked a smash and grab goal ourselves. 

There seems to be a real tough mentality about the group that Tuchel has instilled. It might not be the most exciting aspect, but our defensive strength is critical on building towards a title push. If the attacking boys, and in particular Lukaku, can get the goals this season we'll be right up there. It's starting to feel a little like the early Jose days where if we get a goal early it'll break teams spirit because they'll know how hard it is to get back into the game from there.

[Jap Si. 50]

45 minutes ago, OneMoSalah said:

What I like about him is even at full time, despite the circumstances and his praise of the team to the media, you can see he still wants more.

And tactically, would say that again, another big game, another good showing. The second half, you can see the intensity and desire he’s instilled in the players to defend and be solid. I mean someone said tactically and as a coach in general he is better than Conte a while ago and I felt it was too early but I think he so far 3 games in this season (4 including the Super Cup) after a pre season which wasn’t necessarily easy due to the Euros, there are clear indications this team can go and win the league.

Maybe getting excited but I just get the feeling that we can and will be right up there. Yesterday proved that. Sarri or Frank’s teams would of crumbled and conceded a second goal. Even Conte’s second season we probably lose that. 

Man who scores against us you have his name are you Chelsea fan this is weirdness. He only play few times for Chelsea and that was years ago.

[OneMoSalah 8,883]

38 minutes ago, Jap Si. said:

Man who scores against us you have his name are you Chelsea fan this is weirdness. He only play few times for Chelsea and that was years ago.

Been a forum member for years mate. The thing is, ironically enough, I made my name this when Salah rejected Rodgers and Liverpool to come here under Jose from Basel.

Was accused of being a Salah lover over Hazard 2 or 3 seasons on here over this though but cant be bothered changing it 🤣

Edited August 29, 2021 by OneMoSalah

[YorkshireBlue 3,264]

10 minutes ago, OneMoSalah said:

Been a forum member for years mate. The thing is, ironically enough, I made my name this when Salah rejected Rodgers and Liverpool to come here under Jose from Basel.

Was accused of being a Salah lover over Hazard 2 or 3 seasons on here over this though but cant be bothered changing it 🤣

I wouldn't take name advice from some one named after a piss hole pal.

[Jap Si. 50]

7 minutes ago, OneMoSalah said:

Been a forum member for years mate. The thing is, ironically enough, I made my name this when Salah rejected Rodgers and Liverpool to come here under Jose from Basel.

Was accused of being a Salah lover over Hazard 2 or 3 seasons on here over this though but cant be bothered changing it 🤣

Why not change you wouldn't buy Chelsea top with Salah name on back there's another guy on here called Patrick Bamford I not understand this.

[YorkshireBlue 3,264]

18 minutes ago, Jap Si. said:

Why not change you wouldn't buy Chelsea top with Salah name on back there's another guy on here called Patrick Bamford I not understand this.

Probably the same reason you have the British flag next to your name, when your clearly not British.

[Jap Si. 50]

13 minutes ago, BluesMadLad said:

Probably the same reason you have the British flag next to your name, when your clearly not British.

I have lived in UK for last three years aye up Yorkie.

[Superblue 6,372]

29 minutes ago, Jap Si. said:

Why not change you wouldn't buy Chelsea top with Salah name on back there's another guy on here called Patrick Bamford I not understand this.

These are also established and respected members of the forum, so it's easier probably for them to keep their username as people already know them for that such name on here.

I'd much prefer to read a coherent and interesting post then worrying about what that person's username is. Maybe that should be food for thought for yourself?

[YorkshireBlue 3,264]

30 minutes ago, Jap Si. said:

I have lived in UK for last three years aye up Yorkie.

My point still stands you aint British 

[OneMoSalah 8,883]

1 hour ago, Jap Si. said:

Why not change you wouldn't buy Chelsea top with Salah name on back there's another guy on here called Patrick Bamford I not understand this.

I am just too lazy to change it/request to change it. I see the funny side of it too.. and the irony as well as annoyance when he scores against us.

56 minutes ago, BluesMadLad said:

Probably the same reason you have the British flag next to your name, when your clearly not British.

Not sure what being British or not being British has to do with anything. Potentially derail the thread or lead to a petty argument about a flag on a forum when really we should be talking about Thomas Tuchel and the good work he is doing. 

Edited August 29, 2021 by OneMoSalah