Tottenham Defeats Liverpool 1-0 in Cup

In a tense League Cup semi-final first leg, Tottenham Hotspur secured a 1-0 victory over Liverpool, thanks to 18-year-old Lucas Bergvall's late goal, which sparked controversy due to a prior foul that could have seen him sent off. Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou, under pressure from recent poor performances, praised the resilience of his young squad amidst a backdrop of injuries, including a serious head injury to Rodrigo Bentancur, who was later reported to be conscious. Liverpool expressed frustration at the referee's decision, particularly regarding Bergvall's eligibility to remain on the pitch before scoring. This defeat snapped Liverpool's impressive 24-match unbeaten streak and set up a challenging second leg at Anfield. Despite the win, Postecoglou faces a challenging season, as Tottenham aims for its first trophy since 2008. The outcome of the match has left both teams with lingering questions ahead of the return fixture.