Tottenham faced a challenging weekend as they fell to a 2-1 home defeat against Ipswich Town, marking their second consecutive loss across all competitions, as pressure mounts on Ange Postecoglou.
The outcome was particularly frustrating given Ipswich’s struggles this season. Entering the match winless and stuck in the relegation zone, the visitors defied expectations by outplaying Spurs to claim their first league victory.
Ipswich delivered an early shock with a spectacular overhead kick from Sammie Szmodics, which was soon followed by Liam Delap’s close-range effort just before half-time, doubling their lead.
Although Rodrigo Bentancur managed to reduce the deficit with a goal in the second half, Tottenham couldn’t complete the comeback. The final statistics showed a 1.82 xG for Spurs compared to Ipswich’s 1.74, highlighting the home side’s inefficiency in making the most of their opportunities.
The loss saw Ipswich lift themselves out of the relegation zone, while the Lilywhites slipped to 10th in the league table, emphasising their current struggle for form and consistency.
After the defeat, Heung-min Son came out and apologised to the fans for the performance by his side, while the manager came out and accepted responsibility for the defeat.
Ange Postecoglou appeared to be furious at a Tottenham fan
Following the match, tensions ran high at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where a frustrated chorus of boos reflected the fans’ disappointment.
As manager Ange Postecoglou walked off the pitch, a heated moment unfolded. A supporter shouted something at the manager, which caught Postecoglou’s attention, prompting him to pause and glare back before continuing down the tunnel with his staff.
Watch the incident below:
A fan shouted something at Ange Postecoglou at the final whistle, he clearly didn't like what he heard.
There were a lot of boos at the final whistle.
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Tottenham’s poor start to the campaign
Tottenham’s inconsistent form this season has been a major obstacle, with a record of 5 wins, 1 draw, and 5 losses across 11 league matches. This up-and-down performance has prevented the team from building any sustained momentum, and fans are growing anxious for signs of improvement.
The approaching international break could be a crucial period for Postecoglou to reassess and make necessary adjustments. Yet the challenge ahead is considerable, as Tottenham are set to face a formidable Manchester City side at the Etihad after the break.
