Scoring Isn't Really That Important

Melwood training base. Training ended early again today.

Klopp sat behind his desk, a tactics board covered in arrows lying on it.

Knock, knock, knock...

"Come in."

The door opened, and Chen Anno walked in.

"Annuo, you're here..." A smile immediately spread across Klopp's face as he pointed at the chair opposite him. "Have a seat."

After Chen Anno sat down, Klopp folded his hands on the desk and leaned forward slightly. "We're facing Arsenal next. Do you have any thoughts?"

After asking, he picked up his cup and took a sip of water.

In truth, he had already formed a rough idea of the approach in his mind.

But he still wanted to hear Chen Anno's thoughts first. It was also a sign of respect for his captain.

Chen Anno thought for a moment and organized his words.

"Boss, I've watched Arsenal's recent matches several times over these past two days. I was actually just about to come discuss it with you."

"Oh? Let's hear it..."

"I think we can switch back to a 4-2-3-1 next match."

Klopp raised an eyebrow, signaling for him to continue.

"Wenger's Arsenal always have a decent share of possession. In attack, they especially like working the wings, but almost all their moves start through Mesut Ozil in the middle."

"Defensively, their center-backs aren't particularly quick when turning. What they fear most are balls played in behind and rapid runs through the channels."

"Rodri is out injured, so we're missing a shield in midfield."

"With a 4-3-3, a lone holding midfielder is too exposed. We could easily be dragged around in the middle by them, and if our transitions break down, we'll be in trouble."

Chen Anno spoke at an unhurried pace. "If we switch to a 4-2-3-1, the two holding midfielders can reinforce