Tottenham's de Zerbi calls for stronger performance after Villa loss
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 3:32 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Tottenham Hotspur head coach Roberto de Zerbi emphasized the need for his team to display more strength following their 3-2 loss against Aston Villa in the Premier League. De Zerbi focused on the squad's behavior, highlighting that improvement is required beyond just technical qualities. The loss indicates ongoing challenges for Spurs, who must address these issues quickly to avoid further setbacks. De Zerbi's remarks suggest a push for a more resilient mentality within the team as they prepare for their next match.
- •Tottenham lost 2-3 to Aston Villa in their recent match.
- •Roberto de Zerbi emphasized the need for stronger behavior from the players.
- •De Zerbi seeks improvement beyond just technical skills.
- •Tottenham aims to quickly rectify their form ahead of future matches.
- 4:24 PMESPN Soccer — De Zerbi: Tottenham leaders must 'lead the team'
- 2:38 PMBBC Sport — Tottenham need 'blood & fight' not just to play better - de Zerbi
"Spurs head coach Roberto de Zerbi says his side "have to be stronger" following their loss against Aston Villa in the Premier League, focusing on the squad's "behaviour" rather than their quality.
"Roberto De Zerbi called on the "leaders" in the Tottenham squad to "lead the team" as he criticised the manner in which they conceded the first two of Aston Villa's goals.
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External links- ESPN SoccerSep 19, 2026, 4:24 PMDe Zerbi: Tottenham leaders must 'lead the team'
Roberto De Zerbi called on the "leaders" in the Tottenham squad to "lead the team" as he criticised the manner in which they conceded the first two of Aston Villa's goals.
- BBC SportSep 19, 2026, 2:38 PMTottenham need 'blood & fight' not just to play better - de Zerbi
Spurs head coach Roberto de Zerbi says his side "have to be stronger" following their loss against Aston Villa in the Premier League, focusing on the squad's "behaviour" rather than their quality.
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