De Zerbi Reacts to Spurs Defeat: VAR Verdict on Bogle Tackle & Apology to Fans

Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi addressed the club's defeat, backing match officials following a controversial VAR decision and issuing an apology to traveling fans. During the match against Leeds, defender Jayden Bogle caught Mathys Tel on the ankle, but VAR official Tony Harrington upheld referee John Brooks' decision against a red card, deeming it reckless without excessive speed. Tel subsequently exited the match before halftime due to injury.

Speaking to TNT Sports, De Zerbi refused to blame the refereeing crew and focused on his team's shortcomings. He apologized for Tottenham's flat second-half performance, stating they lacked character, spirit, and physicality in duels. Spurs will next face Ipswich Town on November 21 following the international break.