#2 Kevin De Bruyne
The Belgian playmaker will always be a threat on the pitch, no matter the kind of patch he might be going through. The 30-year-old, like Kane, had a slow start to the season as well. The midfielder though, seems to have found his mojo back and is once again, the engine of the Manchester City train.
De Bruyne’s outstanding vision combined with his passing is alone to pierce the Tottenham backline. Not to forget, his distance shooting is something that needs a special mention as well. In open spaces, De Bruyne is one of the best on the ball, if not the best.
He has scored seven goals this season, and has assisted twice. Conte will hope his side can close down the Belgian to avoid giving him space to operate in. However, that would also risk opening up free spaces to run into, for other attackers.
Dropping back completely would allow De Bruyne to operate with time aplenty, on the ball. It will be very interesting to see how Conte plans to stop the Belgian.
#3 Riyad Mahrez
The Algerian winger has been almost untouchable in the City set-up this season. His skill is exemplary, and his first touch is one of the best in the game, if not the best.
Superb performance from the whole squad tonight 🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/XQKG1iSY2Y
— Riyad Mahrez (@Mahrez22) February 15, 2022
He has been in an impressive goal-scoring form, scoring seven goals each in the UEFA Champions League and the Premier League. To go with his seven goals in England this term, he also has four assists to his name.
Mahrez is dangerous when left unmarked and one of the most effective dribblers on the ball. He is not someone who relies on shot power to get his goals but his precision and accuracy. His ability to run into open spaces and stretch the opposing line makes him almost as effective as any top winger in the world.
