Tottenham's Relegation Fears Intensify After Disappointing Loss

Jamie Carragher has expressed his concern that Tottenham Hotspur may be relegated to the Championship after a dismal performance in Roberto De Zerbi's first game in charge, which ended in a 1-0 defeat at Sunderland. This loss leaves Spurs in the relegation zone with six games remaining, two points behind West Ham in 17th place. Despite being one of the Premier League's 'Big Six', their survival in the top-flight is now out of their hands. The team created just 0.15 worth of Expected Goals in the second half against Sunderland and a wasteful first half saw them miss 0.91 worth of xG overall, failing to score. Carragher stated, 'I can't believe it. Tottenham look like they're going to go down. The other teams have something going for them.' With six games to save their season, Spurs are in the midst of a long winless run, with 111 days passing since their last Premier League victory. Their remaining games include matches against fellow relegation rivals Wolves and Leeds, but Carragher believes they have 'no chance' of beating even the Premier League's bottom club away from home. Gary Neville described any potential relegation for Tottenham as a 'monstrous moment' and 'unthinkable', given their recent Champions League finals appearances and Europa League win. Former Spurs midfielder Jamie O'Hara ranked Spurs' chances of Premier League survival at just '10 per cent', criticizing the players' performances as 'non-existent' and stating that De Zerbi is not able to work 'miracles'. O'Hara added, 'They have not won this year... Where are the points coming from? They need seven or eight points. Where are they coming from? I can't see it.' De Zerbi reacted after the game, saying Spurs have to be stronger as they are in a 'bad moment', but one win would change their season. He emphasized the need for the team to react with enthusiasm and the right spirit, and to work towards achieving one win that could change everything.