Ange Postecoglou reveals update on 'super courageous' James Maddison after horror injury in Tottenham's Europa League win over Eintracht Frankfurt

With the aggregate score locked at 1-1 on Thursday night, Maddison won a penalty as he headed towards goal and was heavily taken out by Frankfurt goalkeeper Kaua Santos, who was eventually booked after VAR awarded the penalty. Maddison had to be withdrawn after the hefty collision but Dominic Solanke kept his composure to score the winner.

Maddison was treated on the turf while the officials deliberated over their decision. While the spot-kick was awarded, the England international was unable to continue and had to be replaced by Dejan Kulusevski before half-time. There was natural concern over Maddison, with Spurs facing Nottingham Forest on Monday night, but Postecoglou later revealed he has not suffered a serious injury.

Speaking in his post-match press conference, Postecoglou said: "He is fine. Unbelievable courage in that moment to put his body on the line knowing full well that he was going to get a pretty severe knock and I was surprised it wasn't a red card.

"Super courageous from him. He is sore but I'm sure that has all been numbed knowing that he has helped us progress to the semi."

Solanke's winner ensured Spurs reached their first European semi-final since 2019 where they will take on Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt, who upset Lazio to book their spot in the final four of the Europa League. Maddison has scored nine goals in the Premier League and another two in continental action.

Maddison has started Tottenham's last five matches, which have taken place in the space of 14 days, and may be protected by Postecoglou on Monday even if he has avoided a serious injury. Spurs could be as low as 17th in the Premier League when they kick off against Forest, who are led by former Lilywhites boss Nuno Espirito Santo and chasing Champions League qualification.