Guardiola's Tactical Brilliance in City's Win

In a recent match against Chelsea, Manchester City’s tactical setup featured Jeremy Doku on the right and Savinho on the left, but the strategy did not yield the expected results. Doku's early attempts, including a misdirected cross and a poorly executed shot, highlighted the difficulties the team faced. Traditionally, Doku has relied on Kevin De Bruyne and Bernardo Silva to support his play from the inside-right channel, but the duo's positioning was altered, with De Bruyne operating on the left and Silva on the right throughout the game. This unexpected shift in player positioning raised questions about the effectiveness of the strategy. Doku's transition to the left side limited his ability to deliver accurate crosses, particularly when he attempted to set up Erling Haaland. Conversely, from the right, Doku is more adept at executing such plays. Savinho's contributions also reflected the challenges, as he attempted to play the classic City ball into the channel, but the overall execution fell short. As the match progressed, Bernardo Silva's role evolved, allowing him to function more like a No. 10 and increasingly as an inside-left player. Despite some promising moments, including a blocked shot from Silva after a pass from Savinho, the team struggled to capitalize on their opportunities. The interplay between Bernardo and De Bruyne often resulted in deflected passes, leading to missed chances, including a saved shot from Haaland. Overall, the tactical adjustments did not translate into effective play against Chelsea.