Lionel Messi - how many things is he the best in the world at?

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Spurs vs Aston Villa + the importance of pressing

It’s Tactical Preview time, and this week our primary focus is Tottenham Hotspur vs Aston Villa in north London.Kate Mason is joined by Rob Green and Liam Tharme to break down how Roberto De Zerbi’s side can try and score their first Premier League goal of the season.Also on the ...  Show more

 . 47min 4sec
Arsenal vs Chelsea + how to rebuild a squad

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 . 42min 18sec

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