“Dejan Kulusevski Unveils Maddison’s Shocking Pre-Match Remark Before Man City Clash”
“Dejan Kulusevski Shares Maddison’s Bold ‘Crazy’ Remark Ahead of Man City Showdown”
Dejan Kulusevski shared how James Maddison’s pre-match prediction came true during Tottenham’s clash against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.
Before the game, Maddison told Kulusevski to watch for his run when cutting inside on his left foot—a plan that unfolded perfectly. Speaking to Spurs Play, Kulusevski said, “Maddison told me just before the game to look for him when cutting inside. Crazy, but exactly that happened. The ball was perfect, and the finish was good.”
The Swedish winger also praised Tottenham’s defense for their resilience and urged the team to maintain the same standards going forward: “Ben Davies and Dragusin were unbelievable, with Pedro and Destiny protecting the crosses so well.”
Ange Postecoglou made a bold tactical decision by starting Kulusevski on the right while bringing Maddison back into the lineup. This move paid off as Maddison scored twice in the first half, with Kulusevski assisting his first goal with a precise cross to the back post.
Maddison later explained the strategy, saying, “I told Kulu to look for me when he cuts in on his left foot from the right wing. I’ve made similar runs from the left half-space before, but I hadn’t scored from them until now. Kulu’s ball was brilliant—I didn’t even have to break stride.”
Reflecting on his second goal, Maddison credited his link-up with Son Heung-min: “We won the ball high, I passed to Sonny, and instead of running underneath him, I went around because Kyle Walker was a bit too high. I found space in the box and executed a delicate finish over Ederson. Really happy with the two finishes.”
Maddison’s return to the starting XI proved pivotal, showcasing his impact both in creating and converting chances.
