Tottenham Hotspur’s struggles in front of goal continued Saturday with a scoreless stalemate against Nottingham Forest, extending their winless streak in the Premier League. The North London club has now failed to score in three consecutive league matches, marking their worst goalless sequence since November 2021. The result proved particularly frustrating as Spurs registered no shots on target at the City Ground, a first for the club in four years.
Manager Roberto De Zerbi acknowledged the disappointing outcome but defended his team’s overall performance and approach. Speaking after the match, the Italian coach stressed that building a competitive squad requires more than simply assembling expensive talent, drawing a comparison to the popular football simulation game. De Zerbi noted that his players had only begun training together the previous Thursday, emphasizing the need for adaptation and cohesion among the squad.
De Zerbi praised his side’s defensive organization and work rate while identifying areas requiring immediate improvement. He pointed to specific moments in the final third where better decision-making could have produced goals, highlighting a situation involving Marmoush’s shot where alternative passing options were available. The manager expressed satisfaction with the team’s commitment and mentality despite failing to secure victory.
Tottenham’s recent transfer activity saw the club invest over £300 million during the summer window, including four of the five most expensive signings in club history. De Zerbi maintained optimism about the team’s trajectory, insisting that with continued development in their attacking play and decision-making, the side could perform significantly better moving forward.
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