Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou set an unwanted Premier League record following his side’s 1-0 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
The result continued Tottenham’s difficult run against their London rivals and added another unwanted statistic to Postecoglou’s time in charge.
Chelsea secured victory through a narrow margin, leaving Spurs frustrated after another disappointing performance against one of their biggest rivals.
Postecoglou had been tasked with rebuilding Tottenham and implementing an attacking style of football since taking charge. However, the team’s inconsistency had increasingly become a concern as the season progressed.
The defeat to Chelsea further highlighted Tottenham’s struggles, particularly in matches against strong Premier League opposition.
Despite showing flashes of good football during the campaign, Spurs had found it difficult to maintain consistency and convert their performances into results.
The Chelsea defeat was another setback for Postecoglou as Tottenham attempted to finish the campaign strongly.
The Australian manager will have been disappointed with the outcome, especially given the importance of the London derby.
Tottenham’s supporters were hoping for a stronger response from the team, but Chelsea ultimately secured the points.
The result also gave Chelsea another boost in their efforts to finish in the Champions League qualification places.
For Postecoglou, the unwanted record underlined the difficulties he faced during his time in charge and the work still required to make Tottenham consistent contenders.
