{
  "id": 7701185,
  "title": "Spurs in 'tough moment' after League Cup exit as De Zerbi says sorry",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/spurs-in-tough-moment-after-league-cup-exit-as-de-zerbi-says-sorry",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-16T04:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IOL",
    "slug": "iol",
    "url": "https://iol.co.za/sport/soccer/premier-league/2026-09-16-spurs-in-tough-moment-after-league-cup-exit-as-de-zerbi-says-sorry/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Tottenham Football Club is currently going through a difficult time following their League Cup exit after a 3-1 loss to Liverpool. Roberto De Zerbi, the manager, apologized for the defeat in a poor 3-1 performance at Anfield. Liverpool's Alexis Mac Allister, Cody Gakpo, and Dominik Szoboszlai scored the goals, while Tottenham's only reply came from Conor Gallagher. This marked Tottenham's first win against top-flight opponents this season.\n\nDe Zerbi's team has struggled, with no wins in their first four league matches and two losses and two draws. The manager claimed Tottenham has been unlucky this season, listing Newcastle, Everton, Nottingham, and Liverpool as teams they were not fortunate against. Despite spending over £300 million on 10 new signings since the end of last term, Tottenham's form has been inconsistent. The only win this season came in the League Cup against Charlton.\n\nDe Zerbi, who took over late last season to prevent relegation, remains confident in his team and his decision. He believes they are on the right path after watching their last few games, particularly the Newcastle match. The manager expressed his belief in his players and is looking forward to finding the right click to secure a victory. De Zerbi accepted responsibility for the poor start to the season and vowed that Tottenham will bounce back, preparing their best for the upcoming match against Aston Villa at home.",
  "summary": "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.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "Spurs in 'tough moment' after League Cup exit as De Zerbi says sorry",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/spurs-in-tough-moment-after-league-cup-exit-as-de-zerbi-says-sorry",
        "published": "2026-09-15T23:38:27.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "De Zerbi admits Tottenham in ‘tough moment’ after League Cup exit",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/de-zerbi-admits-tottenham-in-tough-moment-after-league-cup-exit",
        "published": "2026-09-16T00:46:16.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "De Zerbi apologises as Spurs suffer League Cup exit",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/de-zerbi-apologises-as-spurs-suffer-league-cup-exit",
        "published": "2026-09-16T00:49:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}