Ange Postecoglou reacts to Spurs defeat at Bournemouth – ‘We always pay the price’
Tottenham Hotspur’s trip to the south coast ended in frustration once again, with Ange Postecoglou’s Spurs players falling short against a determined Bournemouth side, and the manager did not hold back in his post-match analysis.
Spurs struggles continue under Ange Postecoglou
Tottenham Hotspur’s early-season form has been anything but consistent, with Ange Postecoglou’s side now facing their sixth Premier League defeat in just 14 matches.
This latest setback came at the hands of Bournemouth, who continue to prove their mettle against top opposition.
The Cherries have already claimed the scalps of Manchester City and Arsenal at the Vitality Stadium, and Spurs joined that list after another lacklustre defensive display.
A poorly defended set-piece in the 17th minute allowed Bournemouth to seize the initiative, a recurring theme for Tottenham this season, with defensive frailties coming to the fore in crucial moments.
Ange Postecoglou: Spurs “always pay the price for it”
Following the defeat, Postecoglou did not mince words when reflecting on Tottenham’s ongoing struggles. Speaking to BBC Sport, the Tottenham boss expressed his disappointment with the team’s inability to maintain control during pivotal moments of the game.
He said: “We started well and conceded a really poor goal. It’s a difficult place to come when giving the opposition the opportunity to play in the manner they want.
“It’s disappointing. It’s something we’ve done consistently and we always pay the price for it.
“We started the second half with more conviction. Always be a tough game here. Don’t want to give the opposition a leg up. We’ve done that in other games this year and paid the price.
“It comes down to us as a collective being a lot more determined to control a game of football and not let the opposition take control.”
Spurs’ inconsistency could prove costly in the long run
Tottenham’s inconsistency is becoming a serious concern, especially given the stage of the season. With just over a third of the campaign completed, every point dropped now could have significant repercussions when the league table starts to take shape.
At this point in the season, consistency is key, and Tottenham’s inability to string together positive results is a worrying sign. Fans and analysts alike are starting to voice their frustration, as games like these could spell disaster come May when every point is scrutinised.
For a team with aspirations of European football, the margin for error is becoming slimmer by the week, and Postecoglou’s Spurs will need to find a way to turn their fortunes around quickly.
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