Mauricio Pochettino's 2023-24 season at Chelsea is considered his most pertinent recent experience as he takes on the Manchester United job. During his time at Chelsea, the club finished sixth in the Premier League, aligning with Opta's pre-season forecast.
Despite a significant investment in the squad, Chelsea's performance under Pochettino presented a mixed picture. The team scored 77 league goals, one of their highest totals in the Premier League era, but also conceded 63, their worst defensive record. Chelsea also set a record for the most matches in a 38-game Premier League season where a team scored and conceded at least two goals, with 12 such games.
Opta data indicates that Pochettino's likely new Manchester United side will move upfield more quickly than his Chelsea team, but will press with less intensity. This suggests a tactical adjustment may be necessary for the Argentinian manager.