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The Independent UK
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George Sessions

Thomas Frank defends Micky van de Ven and Djed Spence after Tottenham loss

Tottenham manager Thomas Frank defended Micky van de Ven and Djed Spence for walking off the pitch at full-time against Chelsea (John Walton/PA) - (PA Wire)

Tottenham boss Thomas Frank defended Micky van de Ven and Djed Spence after they appeared to ignore him and walk down the tunnel following a 1-0 home defeat to Chelsea.

Joao Pedro struck in the 34th minute to help Chelsea inflict more pain on toothless Spurs with a fifth consecutive victory over their London rivals and a 10th win in 12 meetings in all competitions.

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