Tottenham's Relegation Fears Intensify
Jamie Carragher has expressed his belief that Tottenham Hotspur are on the verge of relegation to the Championship, following their dismal performance in Roberto De Zerbi's first game in charge. The team's 1-0 defeat at Sunderland has left them 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 now 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.' The team's performance was particularly concerning, with only 0.15 Expected Goals created in the second half against Sunderland. Former Spurs midfielder Jamie O'Hara was equally critical, ranking the team's chances of Premier League survival at just '10 per cent' 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 has called for his team to be stronger, saying 'We have to be stronger... We have to react with enthusiasm, the right spirit.' He believes that one win could change the team's season, but acknowledges that the mental part of the game is the biggest challenge. With six games remaining, Tottenham's fate hangs in the balance, and their chances of survival look increasingly slim.