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“We are ahead of our motivation” A difference in class is desperately needed

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The message Tottenham Son Heung-min left before leaving for the Asian Cup was confirmed after just one game.

British media outlet 'Evening Standard' pointed out on the 6th (Korean time) that 'Tottenham has advanced to the fourth round (round of 32) of the FA Cup, but coach Angie Postekoglou's concerns remain.'

On this day, Tottenham won 1-0 against Burnley in the third round (round of 64) of the 2023-2024 season FA Cup held at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, England. If it weren't for defender Pedro Foro's thunderous mid-range shot in the 78th minute, it was a game that could not have been guaranteed.

It was Tottenham's first game without Son Heung-min. It was predicted from the beginning that Son Heung-min's departure would be a big problem for Tottenham.

Son Heung-min also headed to the Asian Cup with a strong message to the remaining players that they should perform better than usual.

According to a report by the Evening Standard on the 2nd, Son Heung-min left a message to his colleagues to the effect that ‘you must do the right thing’.

Son Heung-min said, "They are my family and colleagues. More than anything, I want them to score as many goals as possible."

Son Heung-min reminded me of Harry Kane. Kane has been an irreplaceable superstar at Tottenham for a while. Son Heung-min recalled the experience of his remaining teammates coming together when Kane was out due to injury. Now Son Heung-min is the symbol of Tottenham. Son Heung-min stepped into Kane’s shoes.

Son Heung-min said, "I feel the same as when Kane got injured and missed a few games. Over the past few years, I have felt strongly that I need to step up. I hope our players also keep in mind the need to step up." did.

However, when I opened the lid, I could only feel the difference in level.

The Evening Standard said, ‘Tottenham struggled in the absence of Son Heung-min. I felt the empty space. Tottenham needed a moment of inspiration. Son Heung-min had asked his teammates to work harder. Coach Postekoglou also warned that all players must raise their standards,' he said, pointing out that the reality was more difficult than expected.

Postekoglou formed a top three with Richarlison, Brennan Johnson, and Dejan Klusevski.

The Evening Standard said, ‘They were just full of motivation. I was helpless for a long time. Johnson lacked confidence in his shooting. Aside from one missed opportunity, Klusevski was quiet. Richarlison recorded two left-footed shots in the first half, but felt awkward in front of the goal.'

The media claimed that Tottenham would have had an easier time leading the game if Son Heung-min had been present.

Meanwhile, Tottenham will play against Manchester United (21R away) on the 15th, against Brentford (22R home) on February 1, against Everton (23R away) on the 5th, against Brighton (24R home) on the 11th, and against Wolverhampton (24R home) on the 18th. The match against Chelsea (25R home) and Chelsea on the 25th (27R away) is scheduled. The FA Cup fourth round is on January 27th or 28th.

The Asian Cup final is on February 10. Assuming that Korea advances to at least the semifinals or finals, Son Heung-min will return against Wolverhampton on the 18th at the earliest.

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