Ange Postecoglou Concerned About Son Heung-Min’s Fitness After Tottenham’s Defeat to West Ham
After Tottenham’s defeat to West Ham, Ange Postecoglou, the manager of Tottenham, is worried about the fitness of captain Son Heung-min. Son limped off during the match, adding to the team’s woes.
Spurs’ Winless Run Continues
Tottenham’s winless run has now extended to five games after their 2-1 loss to West Ham at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Cristian Romero gave Spurs an early lead, but goals from Jarrod Bowen and James Ward-Prowse in the second half secured the victory for West Ham.
Son Heung-Min’s Injury Adds to Tottenham’s Concerns
With just one point from their last five matches, Tottenham’s current form is a cause for concern. What makes matters worse is the potential injury to Son Heung-min. The forward limped off the pitch in the 88th minute and was replaced by youngster Alejo Veliz. Postecoglou expressed uncertainty about Son’s condition in the post-match press conference.
Top Four Qualification in Jeopardy
Qualifying for the top four could be a struggle for Tottenham, especially if Son joins the long list of injured players, which currently includes James Maddison, Micky van de Ven, and Rodrigo Bentancur.
Son Heung-Min’s Reaction
After the defeat, Son expressed his disappointment and took responsibility as a player. He believed that losing the game was unacceptable, especially after taking an early lead. Son emphasized the need for more energy and better performance from the team to secure victories.
Looking Ahead
Tottenham’s recent slump has seen them drop from league leaders to fifth place in the table. The team needs to bounce back quickly and regain their winning form. Postecoglou and the players are determined to turn things around and make a comeback.
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