Tottenham Hotspur head coach Roberto de Zerbi has commended the spirit and attitude displayed by his players after securing their first Premier League victory of the season with a 3-1 win over Coventry City. The result marks a crucial turning point for the squad, providing them with their opening three points of the league campaign.
Assessing the team's mental state in the wake of the result, De Zerbi admitted that Spurs currently "lack confidence." Nevertheless, the head coach was determined to defend the caliber of his group, insisting that they remain "a good team" despite the recent difficulties they have faced on the pitch.
The manager highlighted the resilience of his squad in overcoming Coventry City, placing particular emphasis on the collective work rate and determination required to secure the 3-1 scoreline. De Zerbi was delighted to see his team's commitment rewarded with their maiden league triumph after a challenging start to the competition.
Moving forward, Tottenham Hotspur will hope that this initial Premier League success acts as a foundation to restore self-belief across the squad. Having demonstrated the fight and attitude praised by De Zerbi, Spurs will now focus on putting their confidence issues behind them and proving their quality as a team in the fixtures ahead.