Tottenham Hotspur It fell to fourth place in a row English Premier League Defeat against Leicester City this afternoon, putting more pressure on the manager under fire Ange postcoglou.
Richarlison had put the Lilywhites at ease on the stroke of half-time, but quick second-half goals from Jamie Vardy and Bilal Khanous earned three vital points for the Foxes in the hunt for survival.
The result leaves Tahfouch in 15th place on the table, eight points above the relegation zone after their 13th defeat of the season – the same number as newly promoted Ipswich City.
Injuries have certainly played their part in the recent slump in form, but too many players failed to deliver or impress, contributing to the embarrassing defeat.
Several players looked off at the pace of the day, as their performances pushed Postecoglou closer to the brink of losing his job, which would end a close two-year spell.
Tottenham's performers disappoint against Leicester
Striker Dejan Kuluszewski was starting his back-to-back exodus against Ruud van Nistelrooy's men this afternoon, and is often a reliable figure given recent injuries.
However, the Swede looked as if the match roster was starting to take its toll on him, contributing something Relinquishing possession 22 times -Most of any player on the field.
It also failed to complete Any of his three attempts Twice he walked around the table, looking fit as he pushed the hosts to a late level.
Son Heung-Min has failed to impress so far this season, failing to reach the performance levels he did for so many years during his time as a North London player.
Today was no different, as the winger failed to complete Any of his six attemptsunable to create any clear-cut opportunities to put Postecoglou's side back into winning mode.
Such displays from the above-mentioned strikers highlight the need for investment in the attacking department before the end of the window, with another player lucky to maintain his role after his display.
Biggest performance for Tottenham vs Leicester
The Pope walked He started again in the heart of midfield for Spooham this afternoon, partnering talented youngster Lukas Bergvall and the returning Rodrigo Bentancur.
However, it was an outing to forget, undoubtedly making less of an impact on the trio, as evidenced by his withdrawal in the 54th minute due to his lack of positive impact.
He walked Only 34 touches were managed During his time on the field, with his subsequent tally fewer than goalkeeper Antonin Kinski managing 35 – displaying his lack of influence at the heart of the side.
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Pape Sarr vs Leicester City |
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statistics |
account |
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Minutes played |
54 |
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Touches |
34 |
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Won handles |
0 |
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Objections |
0 |
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Lost possession |
6x |
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Key passes completed |
0 |
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Mistakes were made |
1 |
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Statistics via Sofascore |
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The Senegalese were also curious out of possession, unable to complete any tackles or make any tackles – failing to prevent the visitors from getting themselves back into the game.
If anything, the 22-year-old aided their attempts, gave the ball the build-up to their first effort, and handed them a lifeline and the added momentum that saw them eventually claim all three points.
Such a gift in her possession was just one of On six occasions he walked and won the ball Back to the opposition, committing a foul in an attempt to win the ball back for his side.
As a result of his dismal display, Sarr was handed over 3/10 Match rating Written by Daily Express journalist Tom Parsons, it further showcases just how poor north London fared against the Foxes.
His display contributed greatly to another embarrassing defeat, which could spell the end for Postecoglou in his tenure in charge of the club.
Regardless of the managerial situation, the youngster will be lucky to find himself in the starting lineup ahead of the clash with Elfsborg on Thursday evening, leaving himself open to being dropped after a toothless display.
