Tottenham Hotspur head coach Ange Postecoglou is facing fresh criticism following Monday’s shock 2–1 home defeat to Nottingham Forest. Despite his side creating 22 chances to Forest’s 4 and controlling 70 % of possession, Spurs slipped to a rare loss at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and remain stuck in 16th place.
Forest boss Nuno Espírito Santo surprised everyone by handing Harry Toffolo his first Premier League start of the campaign. The left‑back repaid that faith brilliantly, producing a goal‑line clearance to deny Dejan Kulusevski and helping his side hold on to a crucial win with just 30 % possession.
Former Spurs forward Alan Smith, co‑commentating for Sky Sports, questioned Postecoglou’s tactical preparation:
“I just wonder if this formation for Forest has just caught Ange Postecoglou cold. I’m really not sure they’d have prepared for it. It’s surprised us a bit. It’s certainly not how we’ve been used to them setting up, but it’s worked for them.”
— Alan Smith, Sky Sports
Nuno praised the strength in depth shown by his squad as they prepare for a blockbuster weekend meeting with Manchester City at Wembley and five remaining Premier League fixtures:
“Even though a player doesn’t start, I still believe he is going to play a part. Harry did it and did fantastic.”
“We’re going to need every player in the squad. We have semi‑finals and then the final five league games—there’s no room for errors, so everyone must commit 100 %.”
— Nuno Espírito Santo
Spurs now turn their attention to a Europa League semi‑final against Bodø/Glimt, while Forest look to solidify their Champions League push. Can Postecoglou turn things around at both ends of the season, or has Sunday’s result marked a turning point for Tottenham?
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