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De Zerbi: Spurs must change mentality

Roberto De Zerbi has called on his Tottenham players to undergo a psychological transformation to save their season after a crushing late draw against Brighton. Despite a spirited performance that saw Spurs leading late on, Georginio Rutter’s injury-time equaliser denied the hosts a vital three points, leaving them languishing in the Premier League relegation zone.

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De Zerbi needs new Spurs captain after Romero blow

Tottenham Hotspur have been dealt a devastating blow with confirmation that club captain Cristian Romero will miss the rest of the campaign due to a severe knee injury. Head coach Roberto De Zerbi has challenged his squad to step up and assume leadership responsibilities, insisting that Spurs must not feel sorry for themselves as they battle to secure their Premier League survival.

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Tottenham told ‘minimum’ time frame for Champions League return

Tottenham continue to teeter on the brink of relegation disaster in the Premier League, with Brad Friedel telling GOAL what the “minimum” time frame for a return to Champions League contention would be if the worst were to happen in 2026. Championship football could be on the agenda before elite European competition returns to north London, with a remarkable fall from grace being endured.

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De Zerbi treats Tottenham's struggling players to lavish meal

New Tottenham head coach Roberto De Zerbi has taken his squad for an extravagant team-bonding dinner as he looks to inspire a late escape from the Premier League relegation zone. The Italian tactician is desperate to transform the mood in north London following a dismal run of form that has left the club staring at the possibility of Championship football next season.

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Tottenham get timely injury boost ahead of Brighton showdown

Tottenham have received a significant boost in their fight against relegation as Rodrigo Bentancur returns to first-team training. The Uruguayan international has been sidelined since January after undergoing surgery for a serious hamstring injury sustained against Bournemouth. His availability comes at a vital time for Roberto De Zerbi, who prepares to face his former club, Brighton, this Saturday.

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Van de Ven worried about De Zerbi as Spurs edge closer to relegation

Micky van de Ven has expressed significant concern that Tottenham Hotspur may run out of time to master Roberto De Zerbi’s intricate tactical system as they battle to avoid a historic relegation. The vice-captain insisted that the squad must prioritise immediate results over stylistic evolution following a dismal defeat at Sunderland that left them two points adrift of safety.

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De Zerbi claims Spurs flops 'don't need a coach' after Sunderland loss

Roberto De Zerbi’s tenure as Tottenham Hotspur head coach began with a whimper as a deflected strike condemned his side to a 1-0 defeat at Sunderland. The result extends Spurs' miserable winless run in the Premier League to 105 days, leaving the north London club deep in a relegation scrap. After the match, the Italian offered a puzzling assessment of his squad, suggesting they require emotional support more than tactical instruction.

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How De Zerbi can pull off Mission: Impossible at Spurs

If you have to appoint three different permanent managers in the same season, it's probably a sign that it hasn't gone to plan. In the case of Tottenham Hotspur, the 2025 Europa League winners, this campaign could hardly have gone any worse. The club's desire to become a more streetwise outfit under Thomas Frank saw a horribly assembled squad pickpocketed and bamboozled at every turn.

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De Zerbi urges Spurs to play like they did under Ange Postecoglou

Roberto De Zerbi has officially begun his rescue mission at Tottenham, making the surprising admission that he wants his new squad to replicate the football they played under former manager Ange Postecoglou. The Italian tactician, who has signed a five-year deal at the North London club, is tasked with dragging Spurs out of an unlikely relegation scrap.

Frequently asked questions

Almost nearing the age of 40, Cristiano Ronaldo is not quite the same dribbler that he was during his 20s, but he continues to find the back of the net at a consistently alarming rate by playing as an out and out striker.

Cristiano Ronaldo was born in Funchal on the island of Madeira in Portugal.

When you mention the No. 7 in football, it's impossible not to think of Cristiano Ronaldo. The former Sporting CP boy wonder continues to sport the No. 7 jersey even after making the switch to Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr.

Cristiano Ronaldo stands at 1.87m (6ft 2in). During his prime, his height wouldn't prove to be a hindrance as he was easily among the fastest players in the world.

The all-time top scorer in football history currently weighs 83kg (183 lbs).

Between 1992 and 1995, Cristiano Ronaldo played for Andorinha, where his father was a kit man. Then, he switched to Nacional and continued his development for two more years, before finally being signed by Sporting CP.

Cristiano Ronaldo is a father to five children: Cristiano Jr, Mateo, Eva, Alana Martina, and Bella. The latter two were given by birth by his current partner Georgina Rodriguez.

Cristiano Ronaldo is currently in a relationship with Argentine-born Spanish model and influencer Georgina Rodriguez and they have been together since 2016. While they haven't publicly declared that they are married to each other, Ronaldo certainly sparked rumours regarding their status by referring to Georgina as "his wife" in an Instagram collaboration with sports brand Whoop in August 2024.