Tottenham

2024 - 9 - 19

Tottenham Hotspur: Last-Minute Magic or Just Lucky?

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Tottenham salvages victory with dramatic late goals, but what's the secret sauce for their season?

Tottenham Hotspur seems to have mastered the art of possession this season, topping the Premier League charts in ball control yet failing to convert that possession into meaningful goal-scoring opportunities. Despite dominating the game in terms of territory, the Spurs continue to stumble when it comes to creating clear sights at the opponent’s goal. This puzzling paradox is raising eyebrows among fans and critics alike. Can too much possession actually hinder a team's attacking prowess? It appears so, as the North London club is stuck in a cycle of frustration that needs resolving, and fast!

In an electrifying match vs. Coventry City, Tottenham proved that hope isn’t lost just yet. The Carabao Cup clash saw the two teams entangled in a battle where Spurs were on the brink of an embarrassing exit. With Coventry leading the charge and a painful defeat looming, the Spurs turned the tables in the nick of time. Thanks to Djed Spence and Brennan Johnson striking late in the match, Tottenham snatched a 2-1 win, sending Coventry packing and keeping their cup dreams alive for another round. The match highlights a critical virtue of any successful team: resilience!

As Ange Postecoglou reflected on the hard-won victory, he highlighted the ‘spirit and character’ of his squad. These attributes appeared crucial in turning the game around in those gripping final moments. The late goals have stirred conversations about whether Tottenham's heart outmatches their current form. While the players may have been slow to dominate midfield earlier in the game, their late surge spoke volumes about their determination. Is it possible that this grit, combined with their prolific possession, could finally unlock the tactical potential they’ve been missing?

Despite the pressure of imminent defeat, the resilience shown by Tottenham Hotspur suggests a flicker of potential that can be fine-tuned as the season progresses. The team’s ability to escape from tricky situations like the one against Coventry could become a defining trait that allows them to compete deeper into various tournaments. In a league where every match counts, Spurs must turn their possession into decisive action. Can they overcome their struggles in front of goal? Only time will tell!

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Possession and Territory, but Too Few Chances Created ... (The Analyst)

Tottenham are seeing more of the ball than any other Premier League team this season, but they're not forging enough clear sights of goal.

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Late double saves Tottenham and ends Coventry's League Cup hopes (CNA)

COVENTRY, England :Brennan Johnson scored a stoppage-time winner as Tottenham Hotspur hit two late goals to scramble past second-tier Coventry City 2-1 and ...

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Spence and Johnson rescue Tottenham late to deny Coventry in ... (The Guardian)

Brennan Johnson scored an injury-time winner for Tottenham in their dramatic 2-1 victory at Coventry to avoid an early exit in the Carabao Cup.

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Coventry City vs Tottenham Hotspur LIVE: League Cup result, final ... (Yahoo Sports)

While all 72 clubs from the football league enter from the first round, Premier League teams enter at the second or third round stage, the latter for clubs ...

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Coventry 1-2 Tottenham: Spence and Johnson strike late to save ... (Football365.com)

Late goals by Djed Spence and Brennan Johnson helped Tottenham avoid an almighty upset at Coventry in the Carabao Cup. Spurs were set to follow up Sunday's ...

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Coventry 1-2 Tottenham: Late goals from Djed Spence and Brennan ... (Eurosport.com)

Late goals from Djed Spence and Brennan Johnson secured Tottenham an undeserved 2-1 victory at Coventry in the League Cup third-round.

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Ange Postecoglou says 'spirit and character' got Tottenham past ... (Irvine Times)

Spurs were set to follow up Sunday's painful derby defeat to Arsenal with another loss after Brandon Thomas-Asante fired the Sky Bet Championship club into a ...

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Tottenham player ratings vs Coventry: Dejan Kulusevski cameo key ... (Evening Standard)

Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray both catch the eye on their full debuts, but little else for Ange Postecoglou to cheer.

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Coventry vs Tottenham LIVE! Carabao Cup result, match stream and ... (Evening Standard)

Spurs produce dramatic late show after major scare to book progress into round four.

Tottenham 2-1 Coventry (18 Sep, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN (UK) (ESPN.co.uk)

Expert recap and game analysis of the Tottenham Hotspur vs. Coventry City English Carabao Cup game from 18 September 2024 on ESPN (UK).

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Coventry 1 Tottenham 2! Spence and Johnson strike late to give ... (Eurosport.com)

Get the latest Football updates on Eurosport. Catch Coventry City - Tottenham Hotspur live on 18/09/2024. Find scores, stats and comments in real time.

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Ange Postecoglou says 'spirit and character' got Tottenham past ... (alloaadvertiser.com)

Spurs were minutes away from a second consecutive early Carabao Cup exit under Postecoglou.

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Solanke starts! Tottenham name their lineups for Coventry trip (Yahoo Sports)

Tottenham travel to Coventry this evening looking to bounce back after their North London Derby defeat to Arsenal at the weekend.Spurs boss Ange Postecoglu ...

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Ange Postecoglou says 'spirit and character' got Tottenham past ... (centralfifetimes.com)

Spurs were set to follow up Sunday's painful derby defeat to Arsenal with another loss after Brandon Thomas-Asante fired the Sky Bet Championship club into a ...

Tottenham mounts late comeback to beat Coventry 2-1 in the ... (Post Register)

COVENTRY, England (AP) — Tottenham avoided a shock defeat in the third round of the English League Cup after scoring two late goals to beat second-division ...

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Late double saves Tottenham and ends Coventry's League Cup hopes (The Straits Times)

Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou says it is a "tough game" after his side's escape. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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League Cup: Tottenham mounts late comeback to beat Coventry 2-1 (Sportstar)

Tottenham avoided a shock defeat in the third round of the English League Cup after scoring two late goals to beat second-division Coventry 2-1 on ...

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Could this be a turning point for Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham? (The Athletic)

Tottenham very nearly lost their League Cup tie at Coventry. They arguably deserved to lose it. Could their late victory spark a revival?

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Coventry 1-2 Tottenham: Win papers over performance (Yahoo Sports)

Two late goals rescued Tottenham against Coventry and also papered over an underwhelming performance.

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Tottenham: 29 Paratici era signings ranked with Richarlison 23rd ... (Football365.com)

Fabio Paratici's ban is far from over but he's working in the shadows as an advisor for Tottenham Hotspur, who have benefited from his transfer expertise.

Coventry 1-2 Tottenham - the fans' verdict (Yahoo Sports)

When is a Tottenham player going to take control and show some class? Spurs lacked any real quality. It was such a poor display which, after a poor display ...

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Things to know if travelling to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (Brentford FC)

Some practical tips and things to be aware of if you are attending Brentford's Premier League game against Tottenham this weekend.

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League Cup: Tottenham leave it late to beat Coventry, Wolves beat ... (BBC News)

Reaction as Tottenham beat Coventry City with two late goals to reach the Carabao Cup fourth round, Brighton also beat Wolves.

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Late double saves Tottenham against Coventry (Dubai Eye 103.8)

Brennan Johnson scored a stoppage-time winner as Tottenham Hotspur hit two late goals to scramble past second-tier Coventry City 2-1 and reach the last 16 ...

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Tottenham avoid shock defeat against Coventry (台北時報)

Tottenham avoided a shock defeat in the third round of the English League Cup after scoring two late goals to beat second-division Coventry 2-1 on Wednesday ...

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Best Tottenham XI: Time for Postecoglou to gamble on summer ... (Teamtalk.com)

Ange Postecoglou is reportedly under pressure just five games into the new season, with his Tottenham team selections and tactics being questioned by fans ...

Late turnaround sees off Sky Blues (Tottenham Hotspur)

Two goals in four minutes right at the end of the game gave us a dramatic 2-1 victory over Coventry City in the third round of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday ...

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Ange Postecoglou says 'spirit and character' got Tottenham past ... (Times Series)

Spurs were set to follow up Sunday's painful derby defeat to Arsenal with another loss after Brandon Thomas-Asante fired the Sky Bet Championship club into a ...

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'If Jamie Donley wants to play for Tottenham, this is what he needs to ... (The Athletic)

The midfielder is on loan at Leyton Orient, and his manager for the season believes he can play at the top level - with a few changes...

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