Not many strikers make Toby Alderweireld look stupid.
That is exactly what Danny Ings did for Southampton’s opening goal at St Mary’s this afternoon.
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The in-form striker latched onto a long ball and suckered in Alderweireld, before nonchalantly lifting the ball over the Belgian’s head, leaving him sprawling on the floor in embarrassment.
And could Ings supply the finish too? Of course he could – for his 13th Premier League goal of the season.
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Ings’ goal, at the expense of Alderweireld’s near-flawless reputation, leaves us needing to come from behind for a third festive game in a row.
SuperJan next.
If you want to bollix a player at Tottenham give him a new contract.