Dream match
José Mourinho's Chelsea 2004/05 bring 4-3-3 and low block with set pieces. Philippe Troussier's Japan 2002 answer with 4-4-2 and technical midfield with high press; the matchup is decided by which side can impose that identity without exposing its weakest transition.
Why this matchup matters
José Mourinho's Chelsea 2004/05 bring 4-3-3 and low block with set pieces. Philippe Troussier's Japan 2002 answer with 4-4-2 and technical midfield with high press; the matchup is decided by which side can impose that identity without exposing its weakest transition.
400 alternate nights
Model lean: Chelsea
Signature score
1–1
average goals 1.86–1.40
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