Rapid Reece’s progress accelerates under TuchelReece James gave Benjamin Mendy such a torrid time that the Manchester City defender was withdrawn to prevent further punishment. As each pass came to James, his first thought and touch were positive, driving forward. Running on to a César Azpilicueta ball, James accelerated past Mendy on the outside. He then took Jorginho’s switch on his chest, steering the ball away from Mendy and leaving him trailing. James then took another pass, instantly spinning away from Mendy, this time going inside.

Source: The Times May 10, 2021 08:15 UTC