Spurs Struggle to Reignite League Form After European Success After the euphoria of securing a Europa League quarter-final spot with a victory over AZ Alkmaar, Tottenham looked sluggish and uninspired in their return to Premier League action. Manager Ange Postecoglou may be prioritizing European success in a bid to deliver Spurs' first trophy since 2008, but fans will expect more urgency and fight than what was displayed at Craven Cottage. His squad selection continues to draw scrutiny, with key playmakers Son Heung-min and James Maddison left on the bench once again. Without them, Spurs lacked creativity and struggled to impose themselves on the game. Postecoglou attempted to repeat his approach from their previous league match against Bournemouth—where Son and Lucas Bergvall were introduced at halftime, leading to a late equalizer from the South Korean captain. This time, however, the tactical switch failed to spark a revival, as Tottenham ended the match empty-handed. Dominic Solanke, making his second consecutive league start after returning from injury, struggled to make an impact, missing crucial chances and lacking the sharpness expected from a focal point in attack. This defeat leaves Spurs drifting further down the table, with the real possibility of finishing outside the top 10 for the first time in 17 years. Their worst-ever Premier League finish remains 15th under Ossie Ardiles in 1994, and unless they can turn things around quickly, a disappointing campaign could get even worse.