Antonio Conte says Jurgen Klopp was searching for an “excuse or an alibi” when he criticised Tottenham’s type of play following their 1-1 draw on Saturday.
Spurs have been greater than worthy of their level after they put in a resilient defensive show to cease the title chasers they usually might simply have left Anfield with all three factors had they been extra medical in assault.
Klopp, clearly pissed off at dropping two factors within the title race, mentioned afterwards: “I don’t like this type of soccer, however that’s my drawback. I can not coach it.”
Conte claimed his counterpart was looking for excuses and may have saved his give attention to his personal group.
“Jurgen is an clever particular person, very intelligent,” the Italian mentioned.
“He was a bit pissed off after the sport, however on the similar time for each coach you will need to be taught to be centered in your group, not the opponent.
“It means you wish to discover an excuse or an alibi as a result of your job didn’t work or one thing was unsuitable.
“I’ve respect for Jurgen and I do know he respects me loads and this can be a good likelihood for him and me to be taught that through the sport you by no means have to talk about your opponent. It is very important be centered in your group.
“Actually, for the coach it’s not easy after the sport, you need to attempt to preserve your head cool.
“Typically it’s not simple and lots of occasions for those who keep in mind this season I used to be dissatisfied with the outcome and myself and my gamers.
“Once we misplaced in opposition to Burnley for those who keep in mind I gave to myself the fault of the defeat. Typically we’re a bit pissed off, particularly on the finish of the season when a nasty outcome can change an essential goal for you.”
