Tottenham’s Manager Backs Goalkeeper Despite Blunders Against Manchester United

Ange Postecoglou has shown strong support for Tottenham goalkeeper Fraser Forster following two critical mistakes in Spurs’ dramatic 4-3 win over Manchester United in the Carabao Cup. The match saw Forster make errors that nearly cost his side a three-goal lead, but the victory secured Tottenham’s place in the semi-finals, where they will meet Liverpool.

Forster’s first mistake came when a poor pass allowed Bruno Fernandes to set up Joshua Zirkzee for a tap-in. His second blunder followed when Amad Diallo blocked his clearance, sending the ball into the net. Despite these missteps, Forster had been in strong form recently while standing in for the injured Guglielmo Vicario.

Postecoglou acknowledged Forster’s disappointment but praised his overall contributions. “He’s been exceptional for us up until this point,” said Postecoglou. “Although the mistakes were tough, he’s a big guy who has been vital for us in this period, and I can’t praise him enough.”

The Tottenham boss also highlighted the team’s resilience amidst a string of injuries, with several key players unavailable. “We’ve had less rest than Manchester United, and yet we still found a way to win. We are operating with 10 players off the senior list, which is almost unmanageable,” Postecoglou explained. “Despite the challenges, we’re still playing at a high level. This period of adversity will ultimately lead to significant growth for the squad.”