Former England star Stuart Pearce has pinpointed Tottenham Hotspur’s “weaknesses”, highlighting Cristian Romero’s “horrible” habits in opposition to Manchester United.
The Argentina worldwide might solely watch together with the remainder of Spurs’ backline as Amad Diallo’s floated cross was headed in by Brian Mbeumo, who made no mistake. It was a irritating first half for Thomas Frank’s aspect, who have been as soon as once more insensitive. The progress made within the 4-0 thrashing of Copenhagen appeared to have disappeared within the Premier League.
Nonetheless, not like in opposition to Chelsea final weekend, Spurs fought again in opposition to Man United and substitute Matthijs Inform shortly equalized. Establishing a grandstand end within the 84th minute, the younger ahead ran off in celebration earlier than Richarlison thought he had stolen all three factors seven minutes later.
In a well-recognized sight, the Brazilian tore off his shirt believing he had headed house a dramatic winner, however Man United’s Matthijs de Ligt took the ultimate say with a last-gasp equalizer. After a boring first half, North London was handled to a frenzied and attention-grabbing flip of occasions.
There have been complaints about Spurs’ assault in latest weeks, however this time their protection has proved insufficient, with only one win of their final 4 video games.
Frank informed reporters concerning the dramatic draw: Thomas: “I checked out this recreation as one recreation forward of us and we have been going to do all the things we might to attempt to win. That was our aim. I mentioned earlier than the sport it is apparent they’ve improved this season.”
“No matter, they give the impression of being extra in tune. They appear to be an enormous menace, particularly going ahead. So I truly assume so. I do know we conceded two targets, however when you informed me earlier than the sport that we conceded 5 pictures, I might have mentioned that. So we’re all completely happy.”
Whereas the Dane selected to remain optimistic, former England star Pearce was much less variety, telling us precisely the place Spurs’ “weak spot” was coming from after the draw.
Pearce factors out Tottenham’s ‘weak spot’ as ‘horrible’ Romero play
Talking on talkSPORT, Pearce informed Tottenham that Romero was their greatest “weak hyperlink” after describing their efficiency in opposition to Man United as “horrible”. The previous England participant was significantly sad with the Spurs defender dropping the ball in midfield earlier than failing to make a restoration run on Saturday afternoon.
“If I have been the chief scout despatched to control Romero, I might level to him as a weak hyperlink. You’ll be able to undoubtedly get behind him. And if I used to be despatched in because the recruiter, I might say, ‘Go away him like this!’
“What Romero is doing now could be scary. He loses the ball in midfield and would not make any restoration runs. As a defender, that needs to be ingrained in you.
“He lifts himself as much as shield the midfield after which he is utterly bypassed and simply trots again with out making an attempt to assist. I do know I maintain doing that, but it surely’s actually unbelievable for a staff captain.”
Arsenal subsequent play within the North London derby and Romero should return to his finest type and assist Spurs finish their latest dropping streak, having received simply one in every of their final 4 video games in all competitions.
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