Tottenham Manager Criticizes Timo Werner's Performance

Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou criticized Timo Werner's performance after the team's 1-1 draw against Rangers in the Europa League, labeling it 'not acceptable.' Werner lost possession 16 times and had a poor passing accuracy, leading to his substitution at half-time for Dejan Kulusevski, who later equalized. Postecoglou emphasized the need for senior players to step up, especially given the team's current injury struggles and the presence of younger players. He expressed disappointment in Werner's lack of effort, stating that the team's depth issues require everyone to contribute. The result left Tottenham with only one win in their last eight matches across all competitions, highlighting ongoing challenges for the club. This public critique is a notable departure from Postecoglou's usual management style, which typically refrains from singling out players for negative comments.