Alli: Tottenham must be smarter in the UAE

Losing the potential to win three points at Arsenal headquarters is unfortunate for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli. Alli believes that his team is playing underdone.

Tottenham won 2-0 when they went to the Emirates Stadium on Sunday (01/09/2019) at night. The goals of Christian Eriksen and Harry Kane give priority to Lilywhites.

But then, Arsenal reduced the gap before the first half thanks to Alexandre Lacazette. Another goal by Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in the middle of the second half equalized the score to 2-2, which lasted until the end of the fight.

After scoring the first goal, Arsenal increased the intensity of the second half attack. They have up to 60% of the ball, creating more chances than the first half.

17 shots were recorded during this period, including five shots aimed at goal. In the first round, the team formed by Unai Emery conducted 11 experiments, three of which were in the goal.

Tottenham must be able to close the defense further, knowing that Arsenal must put pressure on the second half. Although there are large gaps that can be used when your opponent attacks.

"To win two goals, we must be firmer in defense and a little more mature in the game. We know that Arsenal score before the break they will come out and pursue the second goal, which will give us a chance to retaliate," Alli was quoted as saying. by Sky Sports. .

"But at the same time, we need to be smarter with our defense and we are clearly disappointed, I think the children played very well in the first half - of course, it is not an easy place to conquer. Smarter you play," he added.

However, Alli also appreciated the hard work of his colleagues to impose a draw. Arsenal's pressure was recognized to be very strong throughout the second half.

"We showed a lot of character not to lose in the end because of the great control of the ball they have. They are a talented team. We are clearly disappointed, but there are a number of positive things to take," said the 23-year-old midfielder.

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