In-depth tactical analysis of Barcelona's Ousmane Dembele who is linked to PSG... the wayward Frenchman is arguably the best ball carrier of his generation. What are his key tactical attributes and more importantly... just how good is he?
0:00 Intro
0:30 Dribbling
1:22 Goal Threat
2:15 Creativity
3:00 Possession
3:50 Crossing
4:30 Long Pass
5:22 Aerial
6:12 Defence
6:54 Tactical Talkboard - Barcelona, Chelsea.
8:37 Mentality
9:45 Conclusion
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His first 3 steps are some of most explosive I have ever seen. He has long strides which helps him get separation very quickly.
Yep he's got crazy explosiveness.
Tuchel once said, Ousmane is the player with the "biggest toolbox" he has ever coached. Sums him up as a player perfectly i think...
Yeah he’s a prodigy for sure - well was a prodigy. He’s still a surpreme dribbler and creative merchant but I just wish he could up his shooting tekkers.
@@PythagorasinBoots i believe he will when nurtured by the right coach .
@@PythagorasinBootsWhenever someone uses the word "merchant" in describing a player, one can hear sarcasm dripping off the page. If you are going to cover a subject, try to resist the urge to use dismissive terms about the subject. "Merchant" is one of those terms like "race card" that connotes a certain bias against the person. It is beneath the dignity of a serious scholar, which, I presume, you want to be seen as.
@@emmanuelenyinwa1443 it adds light-heartedness & humor so its not really as bad as you make it out to be
Believe that, guy is fast as anybody, best dribbler, can shoot with both feet, playmaker, & good crosses.
this is the best football channel in the internet right now -- about the video: that was a wild ride, from the best in one category to the worst in the next, and repeat
Wild ride is how I felt trying to research this video... chaotic player with insane strengths and ridiculous weaknesses.
😁
Try tifo football too
@@PythagorasinBoots He wasn't the "worst" in any category. People like you like absolutes and thd world is not that simple. I wish he would have pointed out that the leg injuries may have forced Dembele to try and alter his shooting mechanics and what we saw this year, especially from long range, way an aberration. He did score 14 goals in 2018 and 11 in 2021. More probably just a matter of lowering his head and getting his knee over the ball, something he can correct in the preseason, but would not have had a chance to do last year with no preseason. Also, tactically, he could be played as a false 9 with his incisive through passes if Raphinha plays the right wing. Heck, Koeman used him as a striker sometimes in 2021. He is an extremely versatile player who has yet to put the full scope of his talents together, sadly.
I think 2022 has shown his ambition isn’t a weakness. Plus his defensive work rate has improved massively in 2022
Seems that way. Xavi seem to have lit a fire up his ass.. love to see it.
Woah ⚡️⚡️⚡️, the outstanding fact with dembele is he’s ability to play both left and right feet perfectly well Now raphinha is in barca, dembele can move to the left or move to the right depending.
He has played as a left winger in Barca, Remember dembele left wing, Malcolm right wing 2019 season ?? He played left wing 2020 too, also beginning of 2021
Next up frank kessi ⚡️⚡️
A true technical player. Can’t imagine what a peak dembele threat he would be
Great analysis once again. Ousmane Dembele is one of my favorite players, this young man h as crazy talent and is still only twenty-four. Beside your top notch dive into his abilities and attributes you mentioned something that seems to have been overlooked; his rapid progression that did not facilitate a more gradual developmental curve, rapid moves from Rennes to BVB to Barca..... a Barca close to the end of an era. Pretty brave and honest of you to mention that the Messi at that time likely wasn't the best role model, didn't train as well as he should and that set the precedent of a less than ideal training regime under Senior Ernesto Valverde who had no intention of challenging that older set of highly decorated and powerful players. I theorize that as such an explosive player, the conditioning program Barca ran at the time didn't serve Dembele or any player that was rapid, so he suffered. As they moved away from such tame training sessions it led to many players suffering muscle and soft tissue injuries. Rant aside, I'm glad Xavi is an advocate for him. I'm not convinced Barca has all of the necessary personnel to really let such a chaotic attacker loose.... gonna be interesting watching his and their evolution.
Thank you for putting light on the great talent that is Ousmane Dembele. He’s is heavily overlooked and underrated but understandably so due to his number of injuries keeping him out of the game and hindering is development.
No worries, he's one of my favourite players although he's super frustrating in equal measure. Hope we did him justice.
love love love this player, entering his prime now hoping he takes the leap but scared he might be the greatest "streets will never forget" player instead. great vid as usual!
Ngl I started watching you this week and I’m almost done watching all your videos. The way you breaking down everything is just perfect. I hope you can do an analysis on Jadon Sancho in the future
I am planning to bud - don’t worry. We have done a post on him on Instagram @pythaginboots
@@PythagorasinBoots definitely following that 👍
my fav futbol player
Has to be up there at the moment - so fun to watch
I love these player analysis where there are so many ups and downs. It makes the video more entertaining, specially the tactical part because we are very curious to see which is the best way to get the most out of the player :))
0:36 Pretty insane that he attempts the most dribbles and also has by far the highest success rate!
That’s why he’s one of a kind!
Amazing content. This channel and TIFO are currently the best for ball knowledge and analysis. Keep up the great work broski
Cheers Nate 👍
I love your channel, man. I see u blowing up very soon. U seem to be very objective and unbiased with ur analysis and overall evaluations. Pls do one for Sancho.
Great analysis, and I tend to agree with everything. Can't wait for the next one.
Cheers Sayros
this is why i subscribed!
Finally I’ve been waiting months for this thanks so much bro. Keep up the great content.
No problem 👍
For me of the top 20 players of the past 6 months. In top 5 leagues: -most assists per 90 -most chances created per 90 -second most dribbling accuracy
Hey there, love your videos and analyses. Kindly wanted to ask if you could do more analyses on more established world class players (eg. Kimmich, Busquets, de Bruyne etc) as well as the up and coming players you've usually done. Would watch every single one of them!
Once the channel grows bigger I’ll start to target more established players. Saving my best work for later 😉
Keep going my guy
Thank you for all your videos, its hard to find player analysis as deep and complete as yours. I would like to know if a amine gouiri video is planned, even though i know these kind of comments are a bit exhausting for you to answer them all.
Added!
@@PythagorasinBoots thanks bro :)
Dembele + Aubameyang was a cheatcode in Bundesliga
It was indeed and on FIFA!
Been waiting for this,🤲🏽🥺👏👏
Hope it was worth the wait 👍
I don´ t really understand why any team offered him a contract this summer. Maybe because of the past injures? This player is a diamond, he just needs to improve the decision-making.
His reputation precedes him but it’s very lazy scouting IMO to ignore a player of this talent based on media perception.
supposedly he had offers, but not good enough and understandably so because of his poor commitment and there are even rumors he is not right in the head. The fact that he was constantly injured for the whole of his contract except for his last 6 months when he is free to negotiate with any club shows he was never serious at barcelona. Apparently he behaved well only in the last 6 months when before he had a reputation of arriving late to training. Add this to the circus him and his agent created with his renewal and there is your answer why no big club was serious in recruiting Dembele.
nah man you deserve more subs and like your vids are hella underrated
Appreciate the words bro!
We need one on fati next! We haven’t seen him play a lot yes but he’s definitely got potential and clearly passes the eye test. I’m excited for his future and curious what you’d analyze from him
Great job please do an in depth review on Sterling at Chelsea.
I've been waiting on this for sooo long😁👌 thanks .... hope you take a look at Pablo Torre
Will take a look 👍
I believe he is one of the best winger if he can stay fit and fully focus on football
He's already still one of the best and he isn't even trying.
Love the channel bro
Thanks bro ❤️
Quality content❕ Hope you do Lewi soon, greetings from Mexico 🇲🇽
Thank you Samuel! Will add to list.
Very good work once again! On my side if I agree with the killer crossing/passes after he's improved this year. I feel from him a kind of inconsistency in short passing accuracy and sometimes in first touch. I remember him missing easy short passing but maybe he will fix this next season.
I think because he so creative he sometimes can forget the basics - an ADHD type of player.
Short answer: very good
Could have been GOAT level...
This is the best football analysis account about. Great work brother keep it up
Would also love a Scamacca video
Thanks bro
Will add to list
Your videos are amazing
we need tactical anlysis videos like this.
Appreciated bro
Yesss🔥🔥
This channel will have more than 1m subs at the end of 2022
😂😂😂 I wish
@@PythagorasinBoots I can't any reason not to, really Amazing and accurate breakdown, not just random highlights of some players You are the only channel doing that at this level ( or i haven't found out another yet ) If you keep up the good work, i truly believe you will get the recognition you deserve
he s been amazing for us in from january he helped us get second place definitely
He was amazing last year, too. Helped with the Copa del Rey and almost la liga.
Love these videos
Cheers Eddie.
Great video, what website do you use for the statistics?
Great video as always. I need you to do one for Fede Valverde please
Can you make a video about Federico Chiesa? That will be an amazing one. Btw keep it up, brother. Love your content.
Great shout - will definitely add to list!
Great analysis on a player who has all the talent in the world but injuries set him back. Could you do a video on Harvey Elliot as I think he’s going to hit double figures in assists
Great video btw keep it up
Cheers bud ❤️
La-La-LOVE your analysis!!!
Cheers Kal!
Just started seeing your channel. Great analysis. I now wish Chelsea had signed him
He would have been a great fit - someone like Sterling could have focused more on roaming if a Dembele does heavy lifting of ball progression.
@@PythagorasinBoots Exactly, I just hope Chelsea gets someone to also help out on that front cos I don't think Sterling alone can improve the attacking output of Chelsea.
Pythagoras in Boots Awesome content bro can you do How good is Sterling that be cool to see
Post a Leva video please!
Great vid
Cheers Garp!
@@PythagorasinBoots 🍻
Great video bro can I ask which site you get statics from I like the comparison you show in your videos
Wyscout.
@@PythagorasinBoots thanks you are the best
Please make the next video on leroy sane please And also how will he fit in at Real Madrid
Can you do a Vinicius one. Keep up the great vids btw
On the list to do - don't worry!
PlayStation footballer whose lost his way 😹😹😹 your sense of humour >>>>> Top analysis as always
Hi! Can you analyze Kim Minjae with link to Napoli and Ren recently?
Of course it's gotta be Dembouz , it's about time .
Hope you enjoyed!
@Pythagoras in Boots I'm a big fan of your work and i really really would like to see the analysis of GVARDIOL in the next video 🔥🔥🔥🔥
He’s on the list don’t worry!
please do an analysis on Camavinga. Is he really a #6 player or should real madrid shape him to a #10 player .
do one on gavi pleaseeeee
Found your channel from Instagram and wanted to ask if it’s possible to do a few on young players from the Bundesliga? The likes of Gravenberch, Raum, Schlotterbeck etc.
Sure will definitely put those on the list!
What is your thoughts on gavi
Pls do one on ethan ampadu and levi cowill
Great analysis, can you make for Ansu Fati too? What do you think about his potential?
I did make one for Fati. May need to remake it with the current format. Needs to play more regular football as he is in danger of stagnation.
would like to see a video on gavi and pedri
They’re coming don’t worry 👍
Bro make a video on leroy sane
Proper stuff. Please do Sancho
Might be time for this to be fair...
@@PythagorasinBoots 🙏🏽. His performances for Dortmund were insane. It will be very interesting to get your analysis and then see exactly how Ten Hag is going to use him.
He renewed
Do camavinga plz
can you make one on gvardiol as well?
Planning to don’t worry
Where can I find these kind of stats?
Do one for pedri plz🙏
need to do a video on haaland and how city will play next season
Will add to the list 👍
Please can u analyze Gnabry , I heard Chelsea are looking into getting him
Gnabry will be coming - added to the list
I really like your work. I learn a lot with these videos of yours. I would like to ask you if you think that in case of Barça not getting Lewandowski, Raphinha would be a better option for the Right Wing comparing to Dembelé. And if the answer is yes, if you think that Dembelé would be the best option for the Left wing...
Dembele can play both. His right wing is probably best but he can adapt and make left work too.. Raphinha not as versatile and game would take a big hit if played down the left.
@@PythagorasinBoots For the Left wing is not comparing to Raphinha exactly, because i really like Raphinha wide progresser game style and I don't think he can get the essence of his game on the Left side, it's comparing with Ansu Fati or Ferrán Torres. Without Lewandowski, what would it be your ideal front 3 for Barça?
@@gabrielglinss Without Lewa, you don't really have an option outside of Auba. Might be worth seeing if Ansu Fati could be deployed as a false 9 as its becoming hard to see where he fits in tactically.
Can you do a how good was Xavi please
At least he got the top assist last season
Please do Koulibaly next
Might do a post on him.
His biggest advantage is his both foot involvement..he can cross and shoot with his both foot similarly..you will find very few proper wingers this days who plays great with both foot..i only remember one,which is ronaldo
Can you do Bernardo silva next
I’ll add to the list.
Will you do Julian Alvarez?
Yeah will do - just focusing on guys that still on the move at the moment
I want to know your opinion on Marcelo Brozović ? I saw several analysis called him the best CDM right now
Would be perfect for United imo.
Yes but i want to know your opinion on him in general ? I saw many analysts calling him "best CDM in the world" even better than Case Rodri Fabinho
He’s not that level due to not being on the right stage and that decision to stay at Inter for so long will ultimately kill his career in terms of reputation. What I would say is that he’s one of the few players who can combine DLP with single pivot CDM responsibility and not feature for a top side. He’s gone under the radar.
Next up frank kessie ⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️
I always enjoy your videos except the Araujo one
Where do you get your stats from?
FB Ref, Wyscout.
good vid but i think you're wrong about him being very direct, closer to gnabry than sancho etc - his pass accuracy is low because his retention has always been poor. he has brain-farts on very easy lateral passes a lot. but he is barca''s "defacto 10" as you put it, and the final 3rd play is definitely run through him, he floats with the ball to survey and work the numbers. someone like Raphinha or Ansu i'd say is much more direct.
one of the best wingers if he wasnt unfit for 5 years one thing young players need is minutes and he stalled so he is 25 but plays like hes still 19-20 but I still like him as a player
The ingredients to also become a world class, elite wing-forward like CR7, Mo Salah, Messi, Robben did are there no doubt. But..., is the obsession and ethics to do whatever it takes to take his talents and physique to that next level there❓Idk
Thats why I gave him a lower rating because his mentality isn't quite GOAT but hope I am wrong!
request : Pedri & ansu Fati
Pedri is on the list.
@@PythagorasinBoots ok thanks bro, ur channel is awesome. i'll share it with my telegram groups
Funny how you used Kounde in the Chelsea lineup...rest of your videos usually used players after the transfers were confirmed.
If dembele was 20 instead of his current age, what max potential would you give him?
82 maybe
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We need vinicious tactical
Already planning to don’t worry😊
Dembele is a good winger. No doubt. Problem was Barca would like to sell him to clear their debt, that why Dembele was hit with social media, which later on proved that Barca PR those attack.
brother its time for a zidane iqbal analysis 😁
Soon my friend. Needs to earn a first team spot before he merits it.
Subscribe. Would like to see for Lewandowski and Kounde
Kounde already done.
Next Trent Alexander Arnold? 👀
Added to the list.
@@PythagorasinBoots ;*
I have no doubt Dembele would of been talked about in the same breath as Mbappe if he had stayed fit infsct he was seen as the better talent at the time
I don't think he has Mbappe's mindset or clinicality in final third.
ruben neves please
Will added to the list
Keep it up bro 💪
Man Chelsea had to try harder to get him. He was on a free !! He wanted to stay at Barca but surely we could’ve offered him a solid wage .. and a massive signing bonus to convince him. I mean we weren’t gonna pay a feee !! Just wages
Plus Tuchel have worked with Dembele and also became one of his biggest admirers. He also said Dembele have the most crazy natural talent. He knew Dembele inside out but for some reason he didn't push as hard as we thought he would. There must be another reason why Tuchel don't go all out on him
Here we go His staying at Barcelona 🙂🙂
I think he had a connection with Xavi that he didn’t want to let go off just yet. Probably wants to give it one more year to see if Barca can return to their old level otherwise he will be off for real this time.
@@ezenwajohnbosco4769 lol I know that. I’m just mad Chelsea didn’t shower him in cash to make him come to us
Squad beginning to look interesting now.