Tottenham’s dwindling Champions League aspirations took another blow as they suffered a disheartening 2-0 loss to Chelsea, prompting manager Ange Postecoglou to acknowledge a crisis of confidence among his players.
Hopes were high for Tottenham to narrow the gap on fourth-placed Aston Villa with a victory at Stamford Bridge. However, goals from Trevoh Chalobah and Nicolas Jackson sealed Chelsea’s triumph, leaving Tottenham languishing in fifth place, seven points adrift with only four games remaining in the Premier League season.
Postecoglou shouldered the blame for his team’s lackluster performance, expressing disappointment in his inability to convey his message effectively to the squad. “I take full responsibility for the outcome. As the manager, it’s my duty to ensure they perform to the required standard,” he asserted.
Defensive vulnerabilities, particularly in dealing with set-pieces, continued to haunt Tottenham, compounding their recent string of defeats. Postecoglou conceded that his side’s confidence and conviction in their style of play had waned, emphasizing his responsibility to reignite their belief.
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“We’ve hit a rough patch, and it’s evident in our approach to the game,” Postecoglou remarked. “We must rediscover our identity and display the resilience needed to navigate through challenging times.”
When questioned about Tottenham’s now-diminished chances of securing a top-four finish, Postecoglou remained pragmatic, focusing on the immediate task at hand. “Our priority is to rectify our performance shortcomings. Dwelling on hypotheticals serves no purpose,” he concluded determinedly.
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