What's happened
Tottenham Hotspur overcame a challenging match against Coventry City, winning 2-1 in the Carabao Cup after trailing for much of the game. Djed Spence equalized late, followed by a dramatic winner from Brennan Johnson in stoppage time, securing a vital victory for manager Ange Postecoglou.
Why it matters
What the papers say
George Sessions from The Independent noted that Spurs had to 'hang in there' and showed 'real spirit and character' in the final moments of the match. Peter Lansley from The Guardian highlighted that Coventry had been 'largely outplayed' until the late substitutions changed the game's dynamics. Both sources reflect on the pressure Postecoglou faces to deliver results, especially after a poor start to the season.
How we got here
This match followed Tottenham's disappointing loss to Arsenal in the Premier League, raising questions about their form. Manager Ange Postecoglou made significant changes to the lineup, aiming to secure silverware in his second season, a claim he has made previously.
Common question
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How Did Tottenham Win Against Coventry in the Carabao Cup?
Tottenham Hotspur's recent victory over Coventry City in the Carabao Cup has sparked interest among fans and analysts alike. After a challenging match where Spurs trailed for most of the game, they managed to secure a dramatic 2-1 win. This page explores the key moments of the match, the implications for manager Ange Postecoglou, and the reactions from fans.
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Diop Tehuti Djed-Hotep Spence is an English professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Championship club Nottingham Forest on loan from Middlesbrough.
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Brennan Price Johnson is a professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Nottingham Forest and the Wales national football team.
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Angelos "Ange" Postecoglou is a Greek-born Australian former football player and the former head coach of the Australia national football team.
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Arsenal Football Club is a professional football club based in Islington, London, England, that plays in the Premier League, the top flight of English football.
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Mark Gordon Robins is an English football manager and former player, who is the current manager of Coventry City in the EFL Championship.
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Coventry is a city, administrative centre and metropolitan borough in England and the United Kingdom. It is built on the River Sherbourne, which remains largely hidden by infrastructure, although it can be seen by the canal.
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