Tottenham Struggles in Europa League Clash Against AZ Alkmaar

Ange Postecoglou criticizes Spurs' performance after a 1-0 loss in the first leg of the Round of 16.

Tottenham Hotspur suffered a 1-0 defeat to AZ Alkmaar in the first leg of their Europa League Round of 16 tie, with an own goal by Lucas Bergvall deciding the match.
Manager Ange Postecoglou expressed disappointment, citing a lack of resilience and tactical clarity as key issues in the team's performance.
Tottenham's attack struggled, managing only one shot on target, while their defense appeared disorganized under AZ's pressure.
Injuries continue to plague Spurs, with striker Dominic Solanke sustaining a knock shortly after returning from a long layoff.
Despite the loss, Tottenham remains in contention with the second leg at home, but concerns grow over their ability to progress further in the tournament.