Postecoglou Defends Spurs Players Amid Back-to-Back Cup Exits

Following Tottenham Hotspur's recent 2-1 FA Cup exit to Aston Villa, manager Ange Postecoglou staunchly defended his injury-depleted squad, which is struggling with the absence of 12 first-team players. He emphasized that while criticism of him is acceptable, the players deserve more appreciation given their circumstances, as they have faced an ongoing injury crisis for over two months. Postecoglou noted that expectations should be adjusted and pointed out that other clubs do not face similar challenges, making any harsh judgments of his players' performances unjust. With Tottenham now only having the Europa League as a potential route for silverware, Postecoglou remains confident that his team will improve once key players return. The pressure continues to mount, especially as fans express discontent towards club chairman Daniel Levy over perceived lack of investment. Postecoglou concluded that the commitment shown by the players during this tough period should be recognized rather than criticized.