When Tang Long scored, Tottenham's coach Pochettino was instantly flustered!
From leading by two goals to being leveled, no coach wants to see such a situation.
To be honest, losing away to Manchester City isn't embarrassing, but being equalized after leading by two goals, or even turned around by three goals, that's truly humiliating!
Not getting three points is fine, but if post-match criticism from media and fans pours in, Pochettino will feel immense pressure.
He quickly discussed with his assistant coach, ready to substitute in a center-back and switch to a five-back formation.
"No matter what, we must hold onto one point, we need at least one point!"
But when he saw Tang Long fiercely rush into Tottenham's goal, pushing Lori away to grab the ball, then sprint back to the midfield at full speed, forcefully slamming the ball in the center circle, waiting to kick-off.
This act instead made Pochettino calm down.
