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Tottenham seeks to shake off ‘Spursy’ tag ahead of Chelsea clash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 7:05 AM

Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Tottenham seeks to shake off ‘Spursy’ tag ahead of Chelsea clash

Summary

Tottenham Hotspur will face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge this weekend after recently securing their first win of the season against Coventry, winning 3-1 on Monday. The team aims to overcome a historical reputation of poor performances under pressure, known as the ‘Spursy’ label. Manager Roberto De Zerbi emphasizes the need for a mental shift along with contributions from players like Dejan Kulusevski and James Maddison, who bring quality and resilience. Spurs have struggled at Stamford Bridge, winning only once there since 2018, and a strong showing against Chelsea is seen as vital to building confidence and team spirit.

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•Tottenham beat Coventry 3-1 in their last match on October 23.
•Manager Roberto De Zerbi aims to foster a new mentality at Spurs.
•Key players Kulusevski and Maddison return from injuries, boosting the squad.
•Tottenham's past struggles at Stamford Bridge include only one win since 2018.
•A competitive display against Chelsea is seen as essential for team morale.

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7:05 AMYahoo Sports — How three men and one win can help Tottenham shake off ‘Spursy’ tag

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The mantra of being ‘Spursy’ has long been a source of irritation for Tottenham Hotspur fans – largely because it originates in a reality the club has been trying to shake.Relinquishing leads, w...
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