Tottenham Faces Uphill Battle After AZ Alkmaar Loss

Tottenham Hotspur faced a challenging Europa League match against AZ Alkmaar, suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat due to an own goal by Lucas Bergvall. Despite controlling possession, Spurs struggled to create opportunities, managing only one shot on target throughout the game. The Dutch side could have increased their lead if not for Tottenham's goalkeeper, Guglielmo Vicario, who made crucial saves. Tottenham's manager, Ange Postecoglou, expressed disappointment with the team's performance and emphasized the importance of improving ahead of the second leg. Injuries continued to plague the squad, with striker Dominic Solanke limping off the field after returning from a seven-week absence. Spurs now face an uphill battle to secure their place in the next round, with the second leg scheduled in London next week.