Tottenham lost to Brighton in Premier League match. They were winning 2-0 at halftime but lost 3-2 in end. Manager Ange Postecoglou was very angry about bad defense. Tottenham play West Ham next after international break. Captain Heung-min Son is injured with hamstring problem. He missed last three games. Maybe back for West Ham match.
Richarlison also injured with calf issue since early September. No return date yet. Wilson Odobert got hamstring injury in Carabao Cup game against Coventry. Also no return date. These injuries are long-term according to manager. Destiny Udogie recovered from knock to play full game against Brighton. Tottenham hope Son can return soon. Team needs to improve after bad loss. More games coming up against AZ Alkmaar Crystal Palace and Manchester City in Carabao Cup. Son pushing to be fit but missed Brighton game. Manager said unlikely to play for South Korea in World Cup qualifiers if not fit for Tottenham.
Team gave medical info to South Korea. Richarlison missed preseason with similar injury. Manager stopped giving updates on him few weeks ago. Said he was far from training with team. Odobert was surprise summer signing from Burnley. Started well before getting hurt. Postecoglou wants quick reaction after Brighton loss. Called it worst defeat so far. Angry about second half collapse. Johnson and Maddison scored for Tottenham. Brighton goals from Minteh Rutter and Welbeck. Tottenham were looking for sixth straight win before Brighton game. Now need to bounce back in London derby.
Tottenham need to improve defense after bad loss. Manager wants better performance against West Ham. Son is important player for team. His return could help attack. Richarlison and Odobert injuries hurt squad depth. Team has tough schedule coming up. Need to get back to winning ways quickly. Brighton loss was big setback after good run. Postecoglou building new style at Tottenham. Defense still needs work based on Brighton collapse. Johnson and Maddison in good form scoring goals.
Team missed Son’s leadership on field. International break gives time to recover and prepare. West Ham derby big test of character after bad loss. Carabao Cup match against Manchester City will be difficult. Crystal Palace and AZ Alkmaar also tricky fixtures coming up. Udogie return from injury was positive news. Team needs more players back to full fitness. Long-term injuries causing problems for squad.
Postecoglou frustrated by lack of defensive discipline. Brighton able to exploit Tottenham weaknesses in second half. Team let big lead slip away which angered manager. Players need to show mental toughness to recover. London derby atmosphere will test team’s resolve. Son pushing hard to return but club being cautious. South Korea also want Son for important matches. Club and country must manage his recovery carefully. Richarlison yet to make big impact since joining Tottenham.
Odobert showed promise before getting hurt. Manager wants long-term injured players back but won’t rush them. Team needs to cope without key players for now. Depth of squad being tested by multiple injuries. Young players may get chances due to absences. Postecoglou still implementing his style and tactics. Defense remains work in progress for Tottenham. Attack looks good when clicking but consistency needed. Manager demands high standards from whole team. Brighton loss shows work still to do for Tottenham.
