Paul Scholes Leaves Podcast in Awe with Incredible Analysis of Sandro Tonali’s Performance Against Tottenham

Paul Scholes Leaves Podcast in Awe with Incredible Analysis of Sandro Tonali’s Performance Against Tottenham

Paul Scholes has once again proven why he remains one of football’s sharpest minds after delivering an extraordinary analysis of Sandro Tonali’s performance in last night’s thrilling clash against Tottenham Hotspur. Speaking on a post-match podcast, the Manchester United legend broke down Tonali’s display with such precision and insight that the entire panel was left speechless — a moment that quickly began trending across football media.

The game itself had been a spectacle. Newcastle United’s 2–0 victory over Tottenham was driven by Tonali’s commanding presence in midfield. Returning to form after months of scrutiny, the Italian midfielder controlled the tempo, dictated transitions, and displayed the kind of vision that had long drawn comparisons to Andrea Pirlo and Marco Verratti. But it was Scholes’ interpretation of that performance that turned the post-match discussion into something special.

“He sees the game two seconds quicker than everyone else,” Scholes began. “When Tottenham tried to press him, Tonali didn’t just look for the easy pass — he anticipated the next three moves. That’s what separates good players from world-class ones. He’s not reacting to the game; he’s orchestrating it.”

According to Scholes, Tonali’s positioning was the key to Newcastle’s dominance. While others praised his passing and energy, Scholes focused on the subtleties — how Tonali constantly created passing angles, invited pressure to free teammates, and shifted the rhythm of play at the perfect moments. “You can’t coach that level of spatial awareness,” Scholes added. “It’s instinctive. The way he manipulates space reminds me of Xavi or even Busquets in their prime.”

Throughout the discussion, the former England midfielder highlighted specific moments. Each moment, as Scholes described it, revealed how Tonali’s understanding of the game goes far beyond statistics.

Other pundits on the show, including former players and journalists, admitted they hadn’t noticed some of the details Scholes pointed out until he explained them. One co-host described the analysis as “a masterclass in football intelligence,” while another called it “a rare reminder of how differently elite midfielders see the game.”

Tonali’s performance also carried emotional weight. After enduring a turbulent spell on and off the pitch, this was arguably his best display in English football. Scholes acknowledged that factor, saying, “He looked free tonight. You could see his confidence back — not just in how he played, but in how he demanded the ball. That’s the sign of a player rediscovering himself.”

By the end of the segment, the podcast studio was filled with admiration — not only for Tonali’s brilliance but for Scholes’ ability to translate complex football moments into simple, powerful insights. Fans flooded social media with clips of the discussion, praising Scholes’ “genius breakdown” and calling it “the best bit of punditry of the season.”

For many, it was a reminder that while Paul Scholes might have hung up his boots years ago, his football brain remains unmatched — and when he speaks, everyone listens.