Jan Vertonghen has revealed why Tottenham opt to hold such a high line when defending free-kicks. Spurs have caught the eye with their unorthodox positioning when facing set-pieces under Mauricio Pochettino, adopting an approach similar to that of Pep Guardiola's Manchester City. And centre-back Vertonghen has pointed out that one of the main reasons is to allow goalkeeper Hugo Lloris more space to work in. #thfc Jan Vertonghen brilliant on Sky Sports on Spurs' defensive line. It's nerdy but...
Source: 90min.com