The Curious Case Of Dele Alli

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  • @dudescrawny5859
    @dudescrawny5859 Рік тому +25

    Man, seeing what he had to go through in his recent interview breaks my heart. He says in his best mental space now, so I hope he makes a comeback.

  • @sanchit404
    @sanchit404 2 роки тому +690

    Once destined for greatness, now unwanted by many, when he should be in his prime. Breaks my heart.

    • @asant90
      @asant90 2 роки тому +21

      Why be sad? He did that to himself. He likes fame more than football.

    • @foxrestive8285
      @foxrestive8285 2 роки тому +48

      @@asant90 True but it's sad because of how entertaining he was to watch

    • @JuTakii
      @JuTakii 2 роки тому +3

      @@asant90 thats still sad

    • @matthewvaughan8192
      @matthewvaughan8192 2 роки тому +7

      He was never ''destined for greatness.'' He was never any better than Erik Lamela was. Scored a couple worldies in his youth and being young & English helped him be branded as having ''all the potential in the world,'' but it was just hype. The Dele Alli we are seeing right now IS the real Dele Alli. Always has been. He just had a freakish streak of form when he was young, which can happen to anyone, at any time, for any period of time. It's sort of like when Michu scored those 25 goals or something in the Premier League and then went back to being mediocre for the rest of his career. The difference with Dele is it happened for him when he was 19, so people assumed it was a sign of things to come, but it was just an illusion people believed more than they should.

    • @CalypsoVenusian
      @CalypsoVenusian 2 роки тому +1

      Don't feel sorryfor him since he decided to be more like his dusty father than his mother. You have all that privelege and don't make the most of it .All you care about is posing in front the camera with these gold digging women who don't care if you win,lose or draw.

  • @UnfairEnforcer
    @UnfairEnforcer 2 роки тому +77

    Even Muller himself has said that a player of his type needs a world class environment (read: teammates) to thrive. The assessment that the conditions at Tottenham were ideal for Alli until they started to unravel during their way to the UCL final is probably the right idea.

  • @GIBBO4182
    @GIBBO4182 2 роки тому +135

    The quality of your videos doesn’t drop…excellent production value and really good football observations! Hope your channel really blows up! It deserves to 👍

  • @ancientphoenixians
    @ancientphoenixians 2 роки тому +109

    Unlike many football talents who don't reach anywhere near their peak (read Freddy Adu or Zakaria Bakkali), Dele actually reached close to his peak. It's just that he didn't stay there much longer.

  • @danpreston564
    @danpreston564 2 роки тому +330

    The manager who brought him through at MK Dons, Karl Robinson, when asked how good Dele could be back when he first broke through, said he could be as good as he wants to be. I think he also suffers from not having a best position. At MK, even at the age of 16 or 17, he was good enough to play almost anywhere and be better than his opponents. That Man Utd match he was played as a defensive midfielder, and he could mix it up and be nasty and niggly as the best of them. He’s incredibly instinctive, and I’m not sure that fits well into modern British football.
    It saddens me, but maybe Dele has done what he wanted to do. Maybe he just doesn’t have the drive anymore.

    • @leoncarney2228
      @leoncarney2228 2 роки тому +9

      He's incredibly instinctive and I'm not sure that fits well into modern British football. That sums everything up. Thank you.

    • @ayanbhattacharjee1076
      @ayanbhattacharjee1076 2 роки тому +3

      He has to find the drive. He isn't 40 years old.

    • @manningismystepdad4997
      @manningismystepdad4997 2 роки тому +4

      He should go back to Mk were 22nd in league one which seems about his level now

    • @danpreston564
      @danpreston564 2 роки тому +1

      @@manningismystepdad4997 yeah, in his last game they won promotion to the championship.

    • @nakiyame2606
      @nakiyame2606 2 роки тому +1

      @@ayanbhattacharjee1076 idk man, cant really blame anyone for losing their passion, it just happens, sucks for football fans sure but if he finds that his real passion outside of football, well, i wish him luck for whatever he'll do after he's done from playing football lol.

  • @calumrogersLFC
    @calumrogersLFC 2 роки тому +73

    This episode is a perfect example of why I love your videos, you are not some random dude trashing a footballer for no good reason, you do a proper investigation into the complex circumstances that can cause the issues and you never forget that these guys are human with very real and valid issues of their own. You do a great job every time. Thanks!

    • @FootballIconic
      @FootballIconic  2 роки тому +3

      Thanks man! Really appreciate that!

    • @DerekD14
      @DerekD14 2 роки тому +1

      I second this! Very impressed with your thoughtful approach

  • @dwarakavamshi8955
    @dwarakavamshi8955 2 роки тому +113

    From tactical POV, he's very, very good in a very specific way (that's okay, many players are) and he's hardly been used that way since Poch. Once Poch left, different managers tried to use him in different ways and it just didn't work out.
    Also feel like him getting robbed and beaten by masked knife-wielding thieves affected him a lot mentally.

    • @FisherAthleticFan
      @FisherAthleticFan 2 роки тому +5

      I also think because he was first team so early when he wanted to live his teen life he just got caught up in the sauce. His tik Tok era reminds me of Lingard

    • @andrewlasekan4453
      @andrewlasekan4453 2 роки тому +11

      Not only just potch but the players also. At the time the likes of eriksen dembele, vertonghen, alderwilde, rose, walker, wanyama tripper were either gone or diminished and weren't replaced. Poor midfield and defensive system that was set up to counter attack. Dele had to adapt to new role to create with a lack of support behind him. He was set up to fail.

  • @Hyberi0n
    @Hyberi0n 2 роки тому +371

    After seeing a comparison with muller I think making a new video about Muller's career would also be a nice idea.. not that flashy not a prodigy but still a great player

    • @asant90
      @asant90 2 роки тому +98

      Muller is in fact a football prodigy. Not flashy but his football IQ is far beyond most footballers which makes him a prodigy and with all he has won. The guy is a passing and space interpretation master. You make him seem like a normie when he is far from that.

    • @masroorahmadbani1712
      @masroorahmadbani1712 2 роки тому +29

      Bro he is a legend

    • @caiobs1722
      @caiobs1722 2 роки тому +31

      probably the most underrated player of the last decade

    • @shalom-enochyessuff3369
      @shalom-enochyessuff3369 2 роки тому +34

      Idk y u don’t think he’s prodigy he’s been starting Germany for four world cups bruh😂 4😭

    • @imdrowning463
      @imdrowning463 2 роки тому

      Overrated

  • @ammarharith5512
    @ammarharith5512 2 роки тому +255

    I expected him to be a superstar in the upcoming years back in 2015, but what a downfall from such a talented prospect.
    TAA must take notes about this issue, too.

    • @phillyjackson1680
      @phillyjackson1680 2 роки тому +22

      He’s next … I like Trent but he switched off

    • @ammarharith5512
      @ammarharith5512 2 роки тому

      @@phillyjackson1680 He needs a kick in the right direction.

    • @opinionatortv6457
      @opinionatortv6457 2 роки тому +12

      I hope Rashford doesn't meet the same fate

    • @darthsidious1959
      @darthsidious1959 2 роки тому +15

      TAA has been on the upper hands of world class for nearly 4 years now and he's still only young. Bit different. Also a tad unfair, the whole team has been performing below par. Defensively VVD hasn't been out, robbo looks shattered and gomez has been alright til the napoli game. If you take his defensive stats (because there's no point offensive we all know he's class there) last year, he was one of the best defenders last season.
      He was very good against ajax, he won nearly every 1v1.

    • @duyanhng8430
      @duyanhng8430 2 роки тому +4

      Nah taa is good, it's was never his duty too play def anyway, hendo have to cover for him, that was liverpool system in their ucl and epl winning years

  • @silvesta5027
    @silvesta5027 2 роки тому +51

    I will always feel bad for Tottenham after their 16/17 season. That team had the world at their feet, they only lacked quality back-up options. But unfortunately the higher ups barely invested in the team (instead building their stadium) during the following 2 years. The consequence being Spurs’ golden generation didn’t get the success they might’ve deserved

    • @peterking5537
      @peterking5537 2 роки тому +6

      Great comment. I couldn't have broken it down any better. From a fellow Spurs fan.

    • @silvesta5027
      @silvesta5027 2 роки тому +2

      @@peterking5537 Thank you! Even as a neutral I was frustrated for them. On one hand their stadium is state-of-the-art and is a worthy long term investment, but on the other it’s tragically sad that it came at the cost of the team’s success

    • @svavars.kjartansson1012
      @svavars.kjartansson1012 2 роки тому +1

      @@silvesta5027 allthough I, as a spurs fan, wanted Levi to invest in the team and go for the juggular of those teams that were above us at the time, with such a good team and manager, only lacking in depth and maybe one quality signing.
      I can still see the logic of securing the foundations of the club going forwards.
      Levi built a stadium and put Spurs in a position financially to be able to try to compete with financially doped clubs, such as Chelsea and City and commercial giants such as Man utd and Liverpool

    • @madMARTYNmarsh1981
      @madMARTYNmarsh1981 2 роки тому

      @Svavar S. Kjartansson not to be an arse but it's Daniel Levy mate, not Levi.

    • @svavars.kjartansson1012
      @svavars.kjartansson1012 2 роки тому +2

      @@madMARTYNmarsh1981 no problem Martin, you can be an arse all you want.
      Still, obviously I was talking about Levi Strauss IV, the heir and current Ceo of Levi's Jeans company, one of the biggest shareholders in Spurs for the last 20 years

  • @hamood8934
    @hamood8934 2 роки тому +188

    Thats why Muller is one of the all time German-Greats. He adapted his game so well to have played in many different generations. Golden boot 2010 to now, he always shines. He has been a starter of BAYERN MUNICH for 12 years now. He is definitely a strong contender for the 3rd best player of our generation.

    • @power279
      @power279 2 роки тому +17

      without a doubt..Muller is the Best AM/SS in the world

    • @mazzae6084
      @mazzae6084 2 роки тому +9

      Sorry Suarez takes that by a country mile

    • @dekuscrubbed1411
      @dekuscrubbed1411 2 роки тому +40

      @@power279 SS? like i get he’s german but damn 😳😳😳

    • @DonDrazticz
      @DonDrazticz 2 роки тому

      taking it abit to far loool

    • @MasonGreenWeed
      @MasonGreenWeed 2 роки тому +5

      @@power279 nah dude he's raumdeuter, roughly mean space interpreter. It's really cool actually

  • @tumishodhlamini2464
    @tumishodhlamini2464 2 роки тому +63

    Subscribed about a week ago and almost 75% done with your videos bro. Your thorough research, humor & all round video quality is a breath of fresh air. You’re genuinely helping me get through a tough academic semester 😂

  • @muhammadshahmeerqureshi6150
    @muhammadshahmeerqureshi6150 2 роки тому +422

    He is the most naturally talented player to come out of England in this generation, he just didn't seem like he himself wanted to be a great player for some reason, it's quite clear from that talk with jose

    • @wady8785
      @wady8785 2 роки тому +16

      Foden is more talented

    • @ammarharith5512
      @ammarharith5512 2 роки тому

      @@wady8785 Erh. Sort of.

    • @ishaanhall78
      @ishaanhall78 2 роки тому +24

      @@ammarharith5512 Foden is by far more talented. Plus way more successful. there's a reason he's the only academy player who gets consistent minutes at one of the best teams in the world

    • @dylan_ernesto8587
      @dylan_ernesto8587 2 роки тому +8

      Bellingham far more talented

    • @tylen217
      @tylen217 2 роки тому +25

      Replies have fully lost it, Dele was brilliant in 2017, this Foden Bellingham talk is just stupid

  • @lewisedgar9013
    @lewisedgar9013 2 роки тому +3

    I player at Blackburn Rovers and Manchester United as a kid.
    Before that I was Captain of my school, club, inter league and County teams.
    At 16, before signing apprenticeship forms I had a mental breakdown, suffering horrifically with ocd, agoraphobia, severe anxiety and then ultimately deep depression. I literally thought I was going insane.
    I walked out of United and never played football again.
    Man City, Nottingham Forest, Burnley, Bury, Ipswich, Sheffield Utd, and a few other teams wrote to my parents, asking me to sign for them. I couldn't, but no one knew why. My mum and dad were lost for words and didn't know what the hell was going on.
    It was over 30 years ago and mental health wasn't talked about back then, so I stayed silent, pretending I had a shoulder issue, which I'd previously dislocated playing in Germany.
    I've watched team mates I played with as a kid go on to great things, but mental health issues prevented me from achieving my childhood dreams.
    It's happened to many before me, and many after me, and I think Deli Ali is one of those poor souls.
    Sometimes it slowly creeps up on you. I started counting my steps, then everything had to be in 3s, then I'd line things up and square things off, then i'd have to re-touch everything I'd touched with a left hand. It kept metastasizing until it had taken over every second of my day and every aspect of my life. One minute I'm training at the cliff for Utd, the next I've gone days, then weeks with no sleep, obsessing all night, exhausted and unable to focus or train to full capacity, constantly getting niggling injuries, because my muscles wouldn't recover without sleep.
    My last 6 months at Utd I was training on mars bars and lucozade alone, my energy was so depleted through lack of sleep.
    I went on to suffer for over 20 years, before seeking help (CBT therapy) to break the shackles that had weighed me down my entire adult life. It was hard, it took 18 months, but eventually I rid myself of the worse OCD my therapist had ever seen.
    I only hope Deli gets the help he needs because otherwise he'll look back, like I do a think, "if only".

  • @peterking5537
    @peterking5537 2 роки тому +32

    Great video and wonderfully broken down. I'm a Spurs fan who needed somebody to put into words what seems to have become a footballing tragedy. One ray of light that you touched on for Dele is the fact that he is still only 26. It's really up to him. Anyway I wish him the best of luck for what lays ahead in the future. He was brilliant for us for too short a time.

    • @FootballIconic
      @FootballIconic  2 роки тому +2

      Cheers man. He definitely still has time

  • @jev8196
    @jev8196 2 роки тому +11

    Quite simply he fell into alot of injuries, a change of manager which brought a change of systems which he didn't fit into & he fell into a depression which affected his drive/ambition which is exactly what is required to continue at a high level

  • @jonathanlynch8289
    @jonathanlynch8289 2 роки тому +119

    Crazy how spot on Mourihno was about Dele

    • @nathancummings306
      @nathancummings306 2 роки тому +22

      Unfortunately I think that releasing that media bite to the public really got him out of the game and created a negative image for him which he's never recovered from. Shame that.

    • @derefhrsjk
      @derefhrsjk 2 роки тому +19

      wasn't really that crazy Alli had been declining before even Mourinho came in

    • @judgeprime3730
      @judgeprime3730 2 роки тому +19

      @@nathancummings306 wrong, he was already on the way down when Mou took over Tottenham.

    • @doublejumpvideogames....
      @doublejumpvideogames.... 2 роки тому +6

      Guy was lazy press didn't stop him putting an effort in, mourinho was bang on

    • @orinorio1
      @orinorio1 2 роки тому +15

      Jose hang Dele out to dry. Used Dele to get some footage. Dele started well when Jose took over then Jose went full defending with just Kane and Son up top. There was no room for Dele. the last few seasons under Poch Dele was playing a deeper role. As Spurs no longer had midfielders who could break the line for Dele to then have space. So Dele dropped deeper to get on the ball more. His new style of play was not about getting goals it was now about starting play form deep. Fans and the media never gave him a chance in his new role.

  • @SumSAS23
    @SumSAS23 2 роки тому +16

    Love @Football Iconic. You're easily my favourite footie content creator because you'll spotlight players with stats and the pertinent cultural background surrounding them, *yet* remind us that they're *human* and maintain respect for their lives and circumstances outside of football. Very respectful and an excellent way of conveying their story. Mad props.❤️

  • @Haobey
    @Haobey 2 роки тому +5

    I can't believe you resisted the urge to use the phrase 'Muller Light' :-).

  • @bricktop.
    @bricktop. 2 роки тому +48

    Not everybody can be excellent in life. He's earnt enough money for 10 lifetimes and obviously isn't too worried about winning trophies or playing at world cups etc. And that's ok to be honest. He's in the sunshine having a kickabout and doing some gym work leading a great life.

    • @peterking5537
      @peterking5537 2 роки тому +14

      Well said. He's already achieved the dream most of us mere mortals only imagine. If he retired today at 26 he has still made his mark and will be remembered.

    • @sargonsblackgrandfather2072
      @sargonsblackgrandfather2072 2 роки тому +2

      Yes I agree that would be true for most of us but what did young Ali dream of; money or trophies?

    • @shortznig2938
      @shortznig2938 2 роки тому +5

      @@sargonsblackgrandfather2072 probably a better life for him and his mother.

  • @izzuddinfaruqi1493
    @izzuddinfaruqi1493 2 роки тому +6

    havent watch your videos for quite sometimes and I'm just surprised how the channel is growing! Been subscribing since ages ago and I'm happy for you mate 👌

  • @shankzz4058
    @shankzz4058 2 роки тому +2

    1:30 bros 4head is majestic😂😩

  • @thevanicant5364
    @thevanicant5364 2 роки тому +40

    Bruv when I was 13 back in 2016 Dele Ali was my fav player. He was a baller... that goal against Palace the megs he used to pull and strangely he just fell out of grace. Just shows how intense the mindset of footballers are.

    • @FootballIconic
      @FootballIconic  2 роки тому +6

      Yeah I think there is so much to being successful in this sport that most of us will never understand.

    • @peterking5537
      @peterking5537 2 роки тому

      Great comment. That's the goal I think of when discussing Dele's talent.

  • @everythingarsenaltv
    @everythingarsenaltv 2 роки тому +9

    "It's in the History of the Tottenham" Chiellini Quotes 🙂

  • @JustAJesusLover-rs8ep
    @JustAJesusLover-rs8ep 8 місяців тому +3

    Could we be seeing a ‘and rise again’ added to the title? 2026 World Cup?

  • @786shah
    @786shah Рік тому +1

    11:12 Wonderful foresight Tinashe. At least you were sympathetic to Dele even before The Overlap interview - testament to your character and love your content as always!

  • @DonHickory
    @DonHickory 2 роки тому +1

    Your channel has the most entertaining football videos I've ever seen, keep up the good work!

  • @hamishaustin5538
    @hamishaustin5538 2 роки тому +2

    First time viewing your channel. I love how well you present. Super comfortable, chill vibe! I enjoyed watching this, as I was unaware about Deli! I’m in Australia, so don’t get to watch this
    Cheers, you have my support. Bless you.
    Just thought I’d let you know that you’re doing great! Plenty of phrase and a new sub!

  • @shaishirtsco.2588
    @shaishirtsco.2588 2 роки тому +1

    I always get hyped when a new video drops. Love your work

  • @gigagogs
    @gigagogs 2 роки тому +2

    I'm happy i found your channel, keep going tenache!

  • @rohitrevankar7674
    @rohitrevankar7674 2 роки тому +4

    I am convinced Pochetino's sacking and Mourinho's harsh treatment coming right after multiple injury layoffs is what did him... If he was still at Spurs with Conte coming in we would have seen a rebirth.

    • @ktbecstasy
      @ktbecstasy 2 роки тому

      Nah, he's finished n he's a one trick pony, he got found out

  • @VisitGabriel
    @VisitGabriel 2 роки тому +1

    Love the videos mate. Favorite YT Channel. A video on Becks time with MUFC please!

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    @svgs7310 2 роки тому +1

    You’ve got a great channel bud… keep it going

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    @davidjonathan3312 2 роки тому +1

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    @alexchoi5835 2 роки тому +1

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  • @marianchicago4002
    @marianchicago4002 2 роки тому +21

    I think he's a "UNIQUE" player in Couthinho mode, watched some videos on how he was used, he very much played as a second striker often arriving late in a box in Frank Lampart mode but with Son becoming more prominent and taking larger part in teams attack, those opportunities have dried up as he's played closer and closer to the goal. And while he's played as second striker or a number 10, he was much more Jessie Lingard at United while playing under Mourhinho, aka runner and presser than creative force like Kaka or Wesley Sneijder. He's made good money at very young age, so it's possible he's not as hungry as he used to be, family coming out of the woodwork for handouts, bad combination of the 2. I personally thought Tottenham should have adapted Liverpool shape when they almost won the league with Suarez, where Suarez and Sturridge were forwards and Sterling acted as a trailing player buzzing around, Spurs have the attackers in Kane and Son, I thought Dele would do well in Sterling role.
    There seriously should be a limit of getting 1 young player of the year award per player.

  • @kuanhau4323
    @kuanhau4323 Рік тому +2

    Would have loved to have seen which Manager was at mkdons who got so much out of him and how poch used him with such unique talented and fit him into the team

  • @rmfdaily
    @rmfdaily 2 роки тому

    Bro ur too Good... Keep it coming 🙌🏾

  • @sriramg5334
    @sriramg5334 2 роки тому +17

    I felt like that Eriksen point was the best and honestly the main reason in my mind (above his laziness). Alli never felt like a midfielder or a striker, he felt more like a #10 with the technical qualities of a midfielder, but still not a pure midfielder like you said. To me it seemed that during his downfall he was constantly being asked to play that Eriksen role when that's not the type of player he is.

  • @saumyapareira
    @saumyapareira 2 роки тому +1

    Spurs fan here. Absolutely shattered my heart watching this video. The streets will never forget the 2017-18 dele alli

  • @robertdore9592
    @robertdore9592 2 роки тому

    THAT is what I call a thorough and thoughtful analysis allied to a great presentation.

  • @kevintv172
    @kevintv172 2 роки тому +1

    Dope Video I can’t wait for your Zidane or Ronaldinho one ?

  • @Brascofarian
    @Brascofarian 2 роки тому +4

    Liverpool passed on him before he went to Spurs and there were a few people, LFC supporters and others, who thought it was inconceivable that anyone would pass on such a gifted player. I have to admit, as a Liverpool supporter with memories of how the club had passed up Damien Duff, that it was sadly familiar, but omg have they been justified in the long term.

  • @andrewlasekan4453
    @andrewlasekan4453 2 роки тому +8

    This is a pretty good synopsis of his career in general. Dele is one of my favorite players and its hurts to see his career where it is right now. To add to this I think all of the three are part of the reason but the biggest is the decline of Tottenham as a whole and bringing in managers with defensive systems is what done him in more than anythimg. He had to adapt to a new role which he wasnt really a fit for to begin with, on a team that was faltering defensively, and in the midfield all while playing super cautious brand of football. I think he really got frustrated and disillusioned with Mourinhos tactics/the team and mentally checked out. Also Tottenham till this day hasn't replaced the rose, walker/ tripper duo. Those guys provided the crosses and width that allowed dele to operate.

  • @rezarfar
    @rezarfar Рік тому +1

    I think his issue was his early drive and motivation, that hunger just kinda faded when money came.
    What people don't realise is for many youngsters, football is a way out of poverty, Deli grew up poor and football was his way out, he became a millionaire before 30 and if he decided yo be careful with what he made then, he'd never have to work a day in his life.
    Why does he need to be driven and motivated for? If his goal isn't eternal glory, i mean we don't know what peoples end goals actually are.
    But ultimately, thats up to the person, for all we know, Deli did EXACTLY what he wanted.

  • @edmilsoncarvalho646
    @edmilsoncarvalho646 2 роки тому +3

    Great video as always! Was really hopeful for Delle, but unfortunately he hasn't bounced back yet...

  • @asonemo7452
    @asonemo7452 2 роки тому +1

    it should be illegal that this guy doesn’t have at the minimal 3 million subs

  • @weirdsecrets5305
    @weirdsecrets5305 2 роки тому +6

    I don't think people really care about Delle Alli anymore. Funny because he was once the next big thing...

  • @laflame2868
    @laflame2868 2 роки тому +5

    Thank you for the video, it gave me a new perspective on Deles decline, I for myself thought until now, that it was only on himself, that he didn't reached what he could have reached until now, but after seeing your video I realized, that there are plenty of also actually plausible reasons, why he didn't.

  • @jordan_roadhouse4798
    @jordan_roadhouse4798 2 роки тому +5

    I'm a gooner, but i appreciate a good footballer. Him and Harry Kane was a joy to watch. It's a shame what happened with Alli. Genuinely could have been a great if he knuckled down but he didn't have that mindset.

    • @peterking5537
      @peterking5537 2 роки тому +1

      Good comment. Coming from a Spurs fan.

  • @nicoavlz347
    @nicoavlz347 2 роки тому +2

    The way he was raised playing ball on the street and with a disfunctional family is actually pretty common or was a few years ago here in latam

  • @josephpepple
    @josephpepple 2 роки тому +6

    We need a curious case of kai havertz

    • @shalom-enochyessuff3369
      @shalom-enochyessuff3369 2 роки тому

      What’s the case he’s been here two years

    • @Zetro999
      @Zetro999 2 роки тому

      @@shalom-enochyessuff3369 been doing jack shit

  • @rogerdavies2796
    @rogerdavies2796 2 роки тому +1

    A pleasure to listen to an articulate, thoughtful and well- researched piece

  • @dzakiassuhud1825
    @dzakiassuhud1825 2 роки тому +1

    Love your videos on a specific player, could you please make one about Van de Beek?

  • @notKevinFeige
    @notKevinFeige 2 роки тому +6

    At least being at besiktas gives him a bigger chance to win a title than staying at Spurs

    • @peterking5537
      @peterking5537 2 роки тому

      Lol 😁. A little unfair perhaps.

  • @owenh906
    @owenh906 2 роки тому +3

    yea, I think you nailed it really, personal life aside, I think Erikson complemented him so well and without him you couldnt carry on in that way and couldnt adapt. Ultimately, maybe he is only as good as the players around him

  • @Thereishope664
    @Thereishope664 2 роки тому +2

    Excellent article. Once valued at £90 million and now hardly worth the £5 million Spurs paid for him. Watching him regularly as a Spurs fan you could see the desire drain out of him. I'd say his mental attitude was the biggest factor in his decline.

  • @krisorgan
    @krisorgan 2 роки тому +3

    I'l never forget his goal at Stamford bridge, dele alli was world class. I'm absolutely gutted at what's happened to him and in all honesty it baffles me, christ knows where and why it's gone so wrong for him.

  • @corroded
    @corroded 2 роки тому +1

    As a Spurs fan, it really upsets me what happened to Dele. But I think this video slightly misses that actually Dele had started his decline during the season Spurs got to the Champions League final. Dele only scored five that year in the league, and as a season ticket holder it was fairly obvious to me something was wrong with him. He wasn't making the runs, he was running into people and losing the ball, and this got worse and worse as time went on. He looked distracted, and lost. Felt like his natural ability seemingly vacated him. Dele was always a slightly frustrating player, he'd often lose possession, but he'd also do something absolutely ridiculous every single game, and you'd probably score from it.

  • @donharry20
    @donharry20 2 роки тому +1

    On FIFA 17, he had a potential of 92-94. Crazy when you look at things now

    • @G-LFC
      @G-LFC 2 роки тому

      It's not a football game though Is it, its real life!

  • @The.panthera.
    @The.panthera. 2 роки тому +1

    As an arsenal fan I was jealous spurs had such a player. Now how things have changed for dele Ali

  • @saimori7372
    @saimori7372 2 роки тому +2

    Dele Alli got a good football brain and with that he could thrive anywhere on the pitch, I would compare him to Wayne Rooney or James Milner. Wherever you put them they just adapt to that role, I have seen Dele thrive playing different positions, he played as a striker with son when Harry Kane was injured and even played as a Box to Box MF/DMF when Tottenham were light in midfield and Eriksen was unavailable. Playing as a striker is one thing since he plays attack, but seeing the way he played in that midfield had me confused where his best position was. That Football brain doesn't just disappear, he is dealing with mental issues. With his talent Dele could play till his 40's at the highest level but we will never know now.

  • @mumandubula1788
    @mumandubula1788 2 роки тому +1

    His position and style of play are treaky, his closer to Muller, Donny and Lampard, he needs more technically gifted players around him to Shine which makes it difficult for a player like him.

  • @marcusmaher-triskellionfil5158
    @marcusmaher-triskellionfil5158 2 роки тому +1

    The thing is you can have all the ability you want if you've not the brains or mentality to marry that combination, Dele Ali is the walking example of the second while thinking the first will be enough to wing it

  • @mathieu8641
    @mathieu8641 2 роки тому

    Mate, I'm a big fan of your story telling ways :D Very entertaining if not enlightning

  • @arnabthreethreesixfivethre4841
    @arnabthreethreesixfivethre4841 2 роки тому +3

    THANK YOU FOOTBALL ICONIC for this video! DELE ALI means a lot! he was the reason i started supporting spurs🥰

  • @kentcapers5058
    @kentcapers5058 2 роки тому +2

    Great video. It’s a mystery that won’t be completely solved unless he writes a tell all book after he’s done playing. I think you probably hit on a few of the reasons. Like you said we don’t know about personal life or mental state which could also be factors. He’s lost that edge he used to have and confidence. Hopefully he’ll consider seeing a sports psychologist while he’s in Turkey to go over what’s gone wrong in England while he away and out of the spotlight. Maybe that can help. He’s still young, so I hope he can overcome and do well with Besiktas. Who knows, maybe help them win their league. Thanks for the video. 🙏🏽

  • @Wandipa1
    @Wandipa1 2 роки тому +2

    So mad I’ve been thinking about Dele this whole week even watched the Tottenham documentary

  • @joesgaragedoorservice7506
    @joesgaragedoorservice7506 Рік тому

    great take , ijust watched overlap interview, wishing Dele comes back

  • @kelvincarr6172
    @kelvincarr6172 2 роки тому +2

    Shocking treatment of a human being (mental illness) I went from a talented engineer to a Mill worker to asbestos stripper to van driver Understand completely

  • @joebournat
    @joebournat 2 роки тому +2

    Even now it saddens me to see what has happened to his football skills. Worse is the fact that many speculate what has caused it without Dele himself declaring what is behind his downfall. Has he simply fallen out of love with the game and is it another example of too much heaped upon him at an early age with unrealistic expectations for the future? Whatever it is we should wish Dele well for the future in or out of football, and just remember first and foremost he is a human being and a footballer second.

  • @Yeah.316
    @Yeah.316 2 роки тому +8

    I think jose caused his carrer downfall he was already self concious and had confidence issues Jose made him doubt himself even more he was just a kid when jose told him that if poch was still here he would be one of the best english midfielder. Trent has to take notes I think he is in that trajectory.

  • @deathstarresident
    @deathstarresident 2 роки тому +1

    So a long spell injuries is enough reason for Dele’s decline. This is not a video game - once someone is injured in a series of related areas repeatedly they don’t just heal back up to 100%. There will be compromised performance to some extend and sometimes this can greatly effect the pace and endurance as these muscles / joints / tendons seem to not work as efficiently. As in more energy is spend compensating for that which means you have less reserve to run about. It’s not just attitude

  • @miamitten1123
    @miamitten1123 2 роки тому +2

    Unlike Jesse Lingard, Dele Ali is still young and had the opportunity to turn it around.

  • @dadaMJ_1
    @dadaMJ_1 2 роки тому +1

    2nd
    I'm Watching form TEMA Ghana 🇬🇭.....West African.
    Best sports channel of all time

  • @power279
    @power279 2 роки тому +1

    Alli still young. 26..come on Alli! Work Harder And Make A Statement!

  • @danielmunsaka2051
    @danielmunsaka2051 2 роки тому +2

    Speaking of Muller, you should do a video of him

  • @Kalarandir
    @Kalarandir 2 роки тому +1

    What I find strange is that what is being described as an extraordinarily hard upbringing for a modern football player, is no more than the normal experience of today's youth and that of many footballers of the past. That would be back when football was a working man's game.

  • @Ash_4949
    @Ash_4949 Рік тому +1

    Do you wanna make video on NUno espirito Santos?
    I have a lot of research why he was unlucky at Spurs and why he is still can be a top manager.

  • @jibran_r7
    @jibran_r7 2 роки тому +1

    One of the best football channels

  • @Droidware96
    @Droidware96 2 роки тому +1

    Obviously I dont know the guy, but towards the end of his time at spurs it seemed like he enjoyed being a footballer more than he actually enjoyed playing football. At the highest level, its Mentality > Skill...Simple as

  • @Dr.Fiendish
    @Dr.Fiendish 2 роки тому +1

    A good video on this subject. It shows how complicated some humans are.

  • @choncha23
    @choncha23 2 роки тому +1

    Jose is punished for being authentic, and saying how it needs to be said. Alli, and Pogba are perfect examples

  • @harveysmith100
    @harveysmith100 2 роки тому +1

    As a United fan and witnessed how Eriksen has made the players around him all look better, I think your theory could be correct.

  • @HelioPopTart
    @HelioPopTart 2 роки тому +2

    The sad thing about life is, once you lose that spark that differentiates you as a individual, it becomes a haze in the storm that is life. Digging deep and finding it is something that is incredibly hard and no doubt sacrifices good and bad, but hopefully more of the former. It becomes of a life’s quest on its own and that would be how to build yourself up again. It’s a complete change to the personality of a person. It requires specialist help. I once despise Dele because of the way he celebrates and being a rival fan. Through learning the difficult upbringing he had and how he went from best young premier league player of the year x2, to this, I’m sadden. It provides another example of how sport stars are human beings inside and they too, are fallible. Reminds me of Balotelli. Once an amazing player and had the world on his feet, but lost his way. It’s unfortunate, but life is just as cruel as it is beautiful.

    • @Urnyea
      @Urnyea 2 роки тому +1

      I wholeheartedly agree with this comment. Dele seems to have lost something he once had and it doesnt help that hes just getting bashed and bashed by the media and also the way jose didnt try to bring him for specialist help was sad. Thats why what's happening to sancho is hopeful because at least ten hag cares enough to direct his player to great form rather than leaving him to rot. I hope dele rebuilds himself again or at least makes it so that his name doesn't get desecrated again by a lot of these people

  • @NeoEnergyStorage
    @NeoEnergyStorage 2 роки тому +1

    As a spurs fan, it broke my heart seeing his decline. However, I'm hopeful he will be back to prove himself and everybody wrong.

  • @adameggers8146
    @adameggers8146 2 роки тому

    As a TH fan, I really loved Dele. At his best, he would run into space and or pull defenders out of position for his teammates. Later, his motor seems to have slowed, he no longer found those pockets and it looked like a lack of will because he was too young to have slowed physically. I do hope he regains his form. Thanks for the video.

  • @ccfanatics3577
    @ccfanatics3577 2 роки тому +1

    And to think he was getting compared to Lampard after one okay season. Makes you realize how elite Lampard was, mentally, physically and attitude wise.

  • @khanyikuzwayo
    @khanyikuzwayo 2 роки тому +1

    You sound South African and for that, I’m following. Also, you’re a bit of a football iconic.

  • @5minutesto12am6
    @5minutesto12am6 2 роки тому +1

    Always thought of him as an English Thomas Muller, but guess we'll never know.

  • @andrewhelfand2534
    @andrewhelfand2534 2 роки тому +1

    Very good assessment. Ali needs to get quicker.

  • @xd_razer0217
    @xd_razer0217 2 роки тому +4

    I swear Nigerian fathers are something else every one I heard of left their kid

    • @papapeli69
      @papapeli69 2 роки тому

      How accurate. (Not). You can't judge every Nigerian father by all of the ones you've seen

  • @vespasian606
    @vespasian606 2 роки тому

    Lets look at the present. Besiktas have played five league games so far this season. Won 3, drawn 1 and lost 1. They are 4th in the table but have yet to play any of the teams above them. Dele arrived after their season started so was only available for the last 3 games. He scored on his debut and his team won but he picked up a thigh strain and went off early. He has missed the last 2 games which they have lost and drawn respectively. His team are not involved in Europe. Early days I would say. Lack of game time might explain his early muscle strain but that has it's roots in his performances. I think I'll revisit the stats in a few months.

  • @WiHuThRi
    @WiHuThRi 2 роки тому +2

    proof of the importance of mentality, that is Dele Alli. he is what happens when it wanes

  • @muhammedgamal5871
    @muhammedgamal5871 2 роки тому

    Back to videos about players more, i hope so + great one

  • @sluglow6357
    @sluglow6357 2 роки тому +1

    This story is the classic psychological case of ppl living to see others fall cause it makes them feel better about themselves! That’s the biggest reason any Deli Ali video will get a bunch of views & comments

  • @yourdadhasadogfilter2505
    @yourdadhasadogfilter2505 2 роки тому +4

    Some players' goal is to make it, and that's what Dele did

  • @KremBotop
    @KremBotop 2 роки тому +1

    I only remember this guy for his hand challenge. Really sad and amusing at the same time

  • @ha21yang93
    @ha21yang93 2 роки тому +1

    I think the reason for his fall is simple it is his mentality he is content with what he has done like maybe he accomplished his main goal which is to not be poor any more through football also because he didn't have a fixed position