Tottenham supervisor Ange Postecoglou labelled his aspect’s 3-2 defeat to Brighton on Sunday the worst defeat since he took over.
Second-half targets from Yankuba Minteh, Georginio Rutter and Danny Welbeck accomplished a exceptional comeback after Brennan Johnson and James Maddison had struck for Spurs in an exhilarating contest on the south coast.
Postecoglou’s aspect dominated the primary 45-minutes on the Amex Stadium just for the momentum to swing in Brighton’s favour after the break.
The victory strikes Fabian Hurzeler’s staff, who stay unbeaten at dwelling this season, as much as sixth within the Premier League desk, whereas defeat for Spurs retains them in ninth spot.
And a despondent Postecoglou couldn’t disguise his frustration along with his gamers’ capitulation after half-time.
He informed Sky Sports activities: “Yeah, it’s disappointing. I’m completely gutted with that [result].
“That was in all probability the worst defeat we’ve had since I’ve been right here.
“Unacceptable second half. We weren’t wherever close to the place we needs to be.
“Perhaps we simply acquired carried away with how we have been going.”
“That was in all probability the worst defeat we’ve had since I’ve been right here” 😬
Ange Postecoglou speaks brazenly about Tottenham’s loss to Brighton 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/hZ6JHeJkcC
— Sky Sports activities Premier League (@SkySportsPL) October 6, 2024
The Tottenham boss admitted his aspect’s mentality was not proper within the second half, suggesting his gamers merely accepted their destiny.
“It’s a bit onerous to know as a result of we haven’t completed that since I’ve been right here,” added Postecoglou.
“We’ve often fought for all the pieces however whenever you don’t, you often pay the value and we paid the value.”
Hurzeler, however, was happy by his staff’s spirit and resilience, and singled out match-winner Welbeck for specific reward.
“From nowhere to on prime of the world!” 🤯
Brighton flip it round! Welbeck heads dwelling! 💥 pic.twitter.com/gI1MUWCLzr
— Sky Sports activities Premier League (@SkySportsPL) October 6, 2024
“He appears to be younger, he’s in nice form,” stated Hurzeler.
“He’s caring for himself, of his efficiency, how he prepares for coaching.
“I all the time say he’s a task mannequin for all of the younger gamers.
“I actually get pleasure from working with him as a result of he’s a giant, massive skilled and numerous younger gamers ought to see him, ought to see how onerous he works, and will see what is feasible in a soccer profession.”
Hurzeler can be hoping Welbeck and co. can proceed their sturdy begin to the marketing campaign once they journey to Newcastle in a fortnight.
Subsequent up for Spurs is the go to of West Ham.
