Ange Postecoglou lauded the “real spirit and character” that he admits has been missing from the first four games of Tottenham’s season after late goals from substitutes Brennan Johnson and Djed Spence prevented Coventry City recording another remarkable underdog yarn.
The Championship side deservedly took a lead through Brandon Thomas-Asante midway through the second half that Ellis Simms twice came close to doubling before Spurs recovered to sneak through to the fourth round of the Carabao Cup. At least that is one route to a trophy still in Postecoglou’s sights.
