Following a 3-2 defeat to Aston Villa, Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi publicly criticized his squad's performance and mentality. De Zerbi, who left the pitch immediately after the final whistle amid audible boos from the crowd, described himself as "disappointed, sad and frustrated" with the result. The loss marks a difficult start to the season for the club, which currently sits with only two points from its opening matches.

In his post-match comments, De Zerbi highlighted concerns regarding both the physical condition of his players and their overall approach to the game. He specifically noted that he felt the team lost control of the match, suggesting that the introduction of substitute Mohammed Kudus negatively impacted the team's tactical balance. The manager emphasized that the manner of the defeat was unacceptable, stating, "we can’t lose the game in this way."

The result leaves Tottenham without a victory in the Premier League as the team enters a three-week international break. The atmosphere at the stadium was notably tense, with supporters expressing their dissatisfaction with the team's current form. De Zerbi’s comments reflect a growing pressure on the squad to improve their consistency and physical readiness as they prepare for the remainder of the season.