Tottenham's Relegation Fears Intensify
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has expressed his belief that Tottenham Hotspur are headed for relegation after their dismal performance in Roberto De Zerbi's first game in charge. The 1-0 defeat at Sunderland has left Spurs in the relegation zone with six games remaining, and two points behind West Ham in 17th place. Despite being one of the Premier League's 'Big Six', their survival status in the top-flight is out of their hands. Carragher stated, 'I can't believe it. Tottenham look like they're going to go down. The other teams have something going for them.' Spurs have six games to save their season, but Carragher believes they have 'no chance' of beating even the Premier League's bottom club away from home. Gary Neville described a potential relegation for Tottenham as a 'monstrous moment' and 'unthinkable', stating that it would be a significant blow to the club. Former Spurs midfielder Jamie O'Hara ranked Spurs' chances of Premier League survival at just '10 per cent', criticizing the team's performance and stating that De Zerbi is not able to work 'miracles'. De Zerbi acknowledged that Spurs are in a 'bad moment' but emphasized the importance of reacting with enthusiasm and the right spirit, believing that one win could change their season.