Tottenham boss Igor Tudor gives defiant message after humbling defeat by Arsenal

FootballSports
23 Feb 2026 • 7:38 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Tottenham suffered a 4-1 defeat to rivals Arsenal in Igor Tudor's first match as manager on Sunday, deepening their Premier League crisis.
  • The heavy loss leaves Spurs in 16th place, just four points above the relegation zone with 11 games remaining.
  • Tudor, who replaced the sacked Thomas Frank, remains defiant, insisting there is “enough time” to turn the club's fortunes around through dedicated training and a collective effort.
  • The new manager's immediate impact has been hampered by a significant injury crisis, with 12 players sidelined, forcing several to play out of position.
  • Despite the team's struggles, home supporters maintained a raucous atmosphere, with defender Micky van de Ven praising their unwavering loyalty.

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