De Zerbi apologises after Spurs lose to Liverpool | OneFootball

Roberto De Zerbi apologised after Tottenham lost 3-1 to Liverpool in the third round of the EFL Cup.

Even though Spurs scored their first goal of the season against Premier League opposition when Conor Gallagher headed home 20 minutes from time, Spurs were unable to earn their second win so far.

De Zerbi assessed the performance after the match.

“We have to shoot more times, we have to shoot better, we have to finish better in clear situations,” he said. “We are sorry for the result, disappointed, frustrated for the result,. I think it was unfair, but we have to accept it and be stronger than this unlucky moment.

“I’m honest, I’m honest with myself and I’m honest with you, I think in these five, six games, we have been for sure not lucky with Newcastle, with Everton, even with Nottingham and tonight as well.

“The first goal we conceded we didn’t defend in the right way, and the second goal we could be closer with Gakpo,” he continued. “I think watching the game, the last three games, four games, maybe until minute 60 with Newcastle, I think we are in the right way.

“I believe in my players; I have a big confidence, a big opinion of my players, and when we arrive to find the click, to win a game. I think we enjoy with these players, because the qualities of the players are incredible. Have a look at Marmoush, Savio, Kudus, Lucas Bergvall, Mateus Fernandes, Robertson. Don’t forget Pedro Porro. Solanke, Solanke, he’s a good player.”