Ange Postecoglou's Thoughts on Tottenham's Victory and Performances

Here's a roundup of Ange Postecoglou's post-match comments after Tottenham's 2-0 win over Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.

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Postecoglou's Thoughts on the Result and Performance

Postecoglou expressed his satisfaction with both the result and the performance. He acknowledged that Nottingham Forest is a tough place to play and that they were desperate for a result. He praised his team for handling the challenges posed by Forest, particularly their aerial threat. Postecoglou also highlighted the character, resilience, and decent football displayed by his team.

He was pleased with the chances created and the goals scored in the match.

Bissouma's Red Card

When asked about Yves Bissouma's red card, Postecoglou simply replied that they have to accept it as the officials made their decision after reviewing the incident.

He did not provide any further analysis on whether slowing down incidents makes them seem worse.

Bissouma's Disciplinary Issues

Postecoglou acknowledged that Bissouma's three suspensions are an issue but clarified that it's not solely a discipline problem. He stated that the red card tackle was more of a desperate lunge rather than a malicious act.

He commended the commitment shown by his players but acknowledged the consequences of Bissouma's suspension, as it will lead to a significant absence from football.

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Richarlison's Performance and Confidence

Postecoglou praised Richarlison's performance, highlighting his impact in the box. He emphasized Richarlison's ability to score goals in crucial situations and credited Deki's assist for the goal scored by the Brazilian striker.

Postecoglou also mentioned that Richarlison seemed to be in a better physical and mental space, and that his all-round play has been excellent in recent weeks.