Hugo Lloris could not hide his fury following the full-time whistle after Tottenham were thrashed by their top-four rivals Newcastle United. The Spurs captain was beaten five times in 21 minutes as Eddie Howe's side romped to a devastating 6-1 victory at St James' Park on Sunday.
Jacob Murphy and Alexander Isak both netted braces, while Joelinton and substitute Callum Wilson netted a goal each to hammer home an emphatic win for the dominant hosts. Harry Kane grabbed a solitary consolation after the break, but it was an otherwise dismal afternoon for the visitors who now have a mountain to climb when it comes to qualifying for next season's Champions League.
Lloris bravely fronted up to the Sky Sports cameras after the 'embarrassing' defeat, and apologised to supporters who had travelled to Tyneside or watched from home. Tottenham switched to a back four for the clash with the Magpies, but the World Cup winner refused to blame the result on the tactical switch.
