Postecoglou have now explains why Djed Spence wasn’t in Tottenham squad
Tottenham Hotspur celebrated a successful return to Premier League action with an emphatic 4-1 victory over West Ham United on Saturday. The match was a statement of intent from Spurs as they looked to rebound from their previous disappointing result against Brighton.
Despite an early setback, Tottenham showed resilience and dominated the game to secure three crucial points.
One of the notable absences from the matchday squad was Djed Spence. With limited opportunities for Spence in the Europa League, the Premier League and domestic cups are his primary chances for game time.
However, expectations for his inclusion were dashed when it was revealed that he had suffered a knock before the match. Reports indicated that Spence had picked up a groin strain in training, which kept him sidelined for the clash against West Ham.
Speaking after the game, Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou confirmed Spence’s injury, explaining that it was a groin strain and hoping it wouldn’t keep him out for long. Spence will now have to wait until next weekend, when Tottenham faces Crystal Palace, for a chance to return to the squad.
The match itself didn’t start smoothly for Tottenham, as they found themselves behind early. West Ham capitalized on a mistake just 18 minutes in, with Jarrod Bowen getting past Destiny Udogie before delivering a pass to Mohammed Kudus, who fired into the net. This early goal stunned Spurs, but it didn’t take long for them to regain composure and mount a comeback.
Tottenham’s equalizer came in the 36th minute, with James Maddison playing a pivotal role. Maddison set up Dejan Kulusevski, who cut inside and fired a shot toward the near post.
Although West Ham’s goalkeeper Alphonse Areola managed to get a hand on the ball, it bounced off both posts before crossing the line, leveling the score at 1-1. This goal gave Spurs the momentum they needed heading into halftime.
The second half saw Tottenham assert their dominance, starting with their second goal in the 53rd minute. Son Heung-min and Destiny Udogie combined brilliantly to set up Yves Bissouma, who finished with composure.
This goal opened the floodgates for Spurs, as just two minutes later, they extended their lead further. A Son effort was deflected into the net by Jean-Clair Todibo, adding to West Ham’s misery.
Tottenham’s fourth and final goal came in the 60th minute, and once again, Son Heung-min was at the heart of the action. The South Korean forward used his skill to get the better of Todibo, employing a series of stepovers before slotting the ball past Areola at the near post.
The 4-1 scoreline reflected Tottenham’s dominance in the match, and it was a much-needed confidence boost following their prior defeat.
Overall, Tottenham’s victory against West Ham highlighted their attacking prowess and resilience. Despite going a goal down early, they quickly regrouped and took control of the game. Key players like Son, Maddison, and Kulusevski played crucial roles in turning the match around, while the team as a whole showed their ability to respond under pressure.
As Spurs prepare for their upcoming Europa League fixture against AZ Alkmaar and their next Premier League match against Crystal Palace, they will be eager to build on this performance and continue their push for success.
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