De Zerbi focuses on Spurs' failings - but should Bogle have seen red?
Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi addressed his team's loss to Leeds United, focusing on performance rather than a controversial non-red card decision involving Jayden Bogle. The match saw Tottenham struggle to maintain momentum after an injury to Mathys Tel.
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It was somewhat surprising to see Roberto de Zerbi take a more peaceful approach when he faced the media at Elland Road after Tottenham's 1-0 defeat by Leeds United on Saturday afternoon.
The Spurs manager had been expected to come out swinging in the direction of the officials after his side's first Premier League loss since September, with much of the focus falling on referee John Brooks' decision not to send Jayden Bogle off for a late challenge on Mathys Tel during the first half.
It was a decision that no doubt impacted the game - and perhaps Tottenham's chances of earning a fourth consecutive Premier League victory for the first time since October 2023.
When Bogle caught Tel with his studs, the game was still goalless and Tottenham were arguably the team on top at Elland Road.
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