“I think it was a mental problem and these two wins, I hope we can play with more confidence and better mentality,” said Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi after his team’s 2-1 victory over Aston Villa.
The win marked a turning point for Tottenham, allowing them to climb out of the Premier League relegation zone. They had struggled for form, going 15 league games without a win before De Zerbi took charge. His arrival has sparked vital away victories at Wolves and now Villa.
In the match, Conor Gallagher scored his first goal since joining from Atletico Madrid. This goal proved crucial as it helped secure the three points needed for survival. Tottenham is currently fourth-bottom in the Premier League, just one point above third-bottom West Ham.
De Zerbi replaced sacked interim boss Igor Tudor in March. He acknowledged the challenges faced by the team earlier in the season, stating, “We can’t forget what the situation was before Wolves. It was a very sad situation and these memories have to stay in our heads.”
Tottenham now has three games left in their fight for survival. They will face Leeds next, who are also looking to improve their standing in the league. Following that match, they will travel to Chelsea and finish their season at home against Everton.
As De Zerbi noted, “The season is not finished yet. We have to play another three games starting on Monday night with Leeds; they are playing very well.” The upcoming matches will be critical for Tottenham’s hopes of remaining in the Premier League.
