Roberto De Zerbi loses first match as Tottenham relegation fears grow

FootballSports
12 Apr 2026 • 11:22 PM MYT
The Independent
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Roberto De Zerbi loses first match as Tottenham relegation fears grow

  • Tottenham were beaten 1-0 by Sunderland in Roberto De Zerbi’s first match in charge on Sunday.
  • After a goalless opening hour, Sunderland took the lead in the 61st minute after Nordi Mukiele’s deflected strike found the net.
  • Spurs were unable to find an equaliser, and they remain in the relegation zone.
  • Tottenham are now two points from safety with six matches left to play.
  • They will return to action next Saturday when they face De Zerbi’s former club, Brighton, at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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