Is Premier League possession football on the way out?
Only 36% of teams with more than 60% possession have won this season in the Premier League. BBC Sport looks at why?
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Michael Carrick is a former professional football player and current manager.
Pep Guardiola is the current manager of Manchester City who announced his departure after a decade in charge.
Xabi Alonso is a former footballer and current manager known for his success in football both as a player and coach.
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Only 36% of teams with more than 60% possession have won this season in the Premier League. BBC Sport looks at why?
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