Neville expressed his frustration during the Wolves vs. Liverpool match, highlighting that teams at the lower end of the table often resort to pointless passing at the back, ironically seeking an equalizer. He stated, “It absolutely drives me crazy. You need a goal. Do they know? Stop it. Honestly, it's so frustrating. I can't watch this.” His passion revealed a larger concern about the strategies employed by struggling teams in the Premier League.
He noted that modern football fans are keenly aware of tactics and can hardly be fooled by teams that pass back when they desperately need to score. Neville criticized this approach, stating, “The reality is you can't kid football fans. They know exactly what's going on here. You've got to have another idea to try and do something different.” His comments reflect the expectations from teams in crucial situations.
Neville clarified he isn’t against all possession-based football, as he praised Pep Guardiola’s teams and their talent over the years. He distinguished between strong tactical play and unnecessary backward passing, saying, “We always blame it on Pep [Guardiola], but Pep’s teams can do it, so I’ve no problem with Guardiola’s team and the way he plays.” His passion underscores a valid critique of teams not adapting to their circumstances.
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