Ange Postecoglou has been talking about Tottenham’s injured players at this morning’s press conference ahead of the match against Fulham.
Spurs’ challenge of balancing results
Tottenham head into this weekend’s clash fresh from a mixed set of performances that have left their supporters both hopeful and exasperated.
Their recent 4-0 demolition of Premier League champions Manchester City showcased the kind of dominance and flair that fans have been yearning for under Postecoglou.
Yet, just days later, that optimism was dampened as Spurs stumbled to a 2-2 draw against AS Roma in the Europa League, a result that felt more like a loss given the number of clear-cut chances squandered.
It has been a recurring theme throughout their season: flashes of brilliance followed by frustrating displays where points are dropped unnecessarily.
Despite fielding a strong side in the tie against Roma, Tottenham were unable to kill the game off, leaving Postecoglou with more questions than answers about his side’s consistency.
With Fulham looming, the stakes are high. The Lilywhites must prove they can string together solid performances and avoid slipping into the dreaded cycle of win-one, lose-one a trait that has plagued their campaign so far.
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Adding to their woes, Spurs’ injury list continues to grow at an alarming rate. Guglielmo Vicario, who recently underwent surgery for a fractured ankle, was unavailable for the game against AS Roma.
While key centre-backs Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero both missed the trip to the Etihad. Additionally, Mikey Moore, Richarlison, and Wilson Odobert remain sidelined.
Ange Postecoglou updates us on Cristian Romero
With key absences across the pitch, the Tottenham boss has sat with the media to share an update on the fitness of his injured players.
He told football.london: “Clean bill of health from last night but I thought that last week. We’ll see when the boys come in.
“Unlikely when it comes to returns but Romero is closer but probably unlikely. I’m not ruling him out. He’s got to get through a few things today and then there’s a session tomorrow.”
Consistency is key to keeping Spurs fans onside
This weekend’s game is more than just an opportunity for three points—it is a chance for Tottenham to reassert their ambitions in the league and send a message to their detractors.
Dropped points here would not only leave fans fuming but would further entrench the narrative of inconsistency that has dogged the club for years.
I believe Tottenham need to show that they are capable of maintaining the momentum generated by their win against Manchester City.
Failure to do so could see them slide down the table, leaving more questions about their ambition this season.
In a league as unforgiving as the Premier League, consistency is king—and Tottenham must prove they have what it takes to stay the course.
The match will take place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday, 1 December 2024, with kick-off scheduled for 1:30 pm UK time.
The match will not be broadcast live in the UK. Instead, fans can watch highlights on BBC One’s Match of the Day 2 show from 10:30 pm.