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Tonali on Tottenham's Loss: "We Lost More on Duels Than Play. De Zerbi is Helping Us Immensely"

August 23, 2026Diego Herrera1 мин

Sandro Tonali, visibly disappointed, spoke to Sky Sport after Tottenham's loss to Brentford on the opening day of the Premier League. He emphasized that the team lost more ground in individual duels than in their overall play.

On the defeat:
"We need to forget this defeat, but at the same time, remember it, as it will benefit us in the future. We will analyze our mistakes. We lost the game more on the duels than on the play."

On his relationship with De Zerbi:
"Coach De Zerbi has given me a lot in a short time; we have worked intensely. Our prior relationship, where we were friends playing against each other, unites us. Now we are coach and player, but we are even closer. He is helping us immensely, especially the players who were here last year, because he understands very well what they have been through. There is a long and difficult job ahead. He transmits a lot of affection and is gradually rebuilding the club's spirit, which has somewhat crumbled in recent years."

On Tottenham and the future:
"It's good to be at an important club like Tottenham. The goal is to rebuild a very solid and united group. Even today, after the defeat, we discussed things. It's bad because we lost, but it's good to see that everyone is on the same page. Now, we just need to work and stay united."