Leeds, March 1 (BUS): Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte said hard work was finally paying off for his team after their 4-0 win over Leeds United on Saturday, and insisted he would make his mark in the team.
After a positive start to life again in the Premier League in November, recent results have been a cause for much frustration for Conte, with the Italian openly questioning his future after a midweek loss to Burnley, Reuters reports.
However, his mood improved markedly after seeing his team crush Leeds on Elland Road to climb to seventh in the league standings.
“For the first time I saw my mark in this club,” Conte said. “The goals are coming from one wing-back and the other full-back. That means our plans are starting to work. Today we played a really good game, good football.
“What I wanted to see today is the right spirit, the right character to fight and win the ball, against a professional team in these kinds of situations.
“I wanted an answer, not only in aspects of football but also in these very important aspects. Normally my team is not only strong on the pitch but mentally in their desire and spirit. I asked for more, especially after the Burnley defeat. We lost that game because the opponents had more desire. “.
Conte also singled out Harry Kane for more praise, after the England captain scored a goal and set up another at Elland Road.
“Today Harry Kane was amazing on the ball thanks to his goals and assists,” Conte said. “But off the ball I want to highlight his running and following the Leeds defenders.
“When your best player does this, it sets an example for others.”