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Spurs in 'tough moment' after League Cup exit as De Zerbi says sorry

LIVERPOOL: Roberto De Zerbi admitted Tottenham are in a “tough moment” as he apologised for their League Cup exit in a dismal 3-1 defeat against Liverpool on Tuesday.

Spurs in 'tough moment' after League Cup exit as De Zerbi says sorry

Tottenham are currently facing a challenging period following their League Cup defeat to Liverpool. Roberto De Zerbi, the team's manager, expressed regret for the loss in a 3-1 defeat at Anfield. The match showcased Liverpool's dominance, with goals from Alexis Mac Allister, Cody Gakpo, and Dominik Szoboszlai, while Tottenham managed to score only through Conor Gallagher.

This is the club's first goal against top-flight opponents this season. De Zerbi's team has struggled, winning just one match all season and accumulating four losses and two draws in their first four league games. The manager attributed their poor performance to a lack of shooting opportunities and accuracy, acknowledging that they have been unlucky in several recent matches, including defeats against Newcastle, Everton, and Nottingham.

Despite this, De Zerbi remains confident in his team's potential, believing they are on the right path and will eventually find the right click to secure a victory. He expressed his disappointment and took responsibility for the team's disappointing start, vowing to bounce back with a strong performance at home against Aston Villa.

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