The crucial split-second call that could deny Spurs safety
Summary
Tottenham Hotspur lost 2-1 to Chelsea, leaving their chance to avoid relegation uncertain. A key moment was a foul by Chelsea’s Marc Cucurella on a Spurs player just before a corner kick, but it was ruled not a penalty because the ball was not yet in play. Spurs can still secure safety with at least a draw in their final game against Everton.Key Facts
- Tottenham Hotspur lost 2-1 to Chelsea in a Premier League match.
- A potential penalty for Spurs was denied after a foul by Chelsea’s Marc Cucurella was ruled to happen before the corner kick was taken.
- Video assistant referee (VAR) confirmed the foul was one second before the ball was in play, so no penalty was given.
- Spurs still have a chance to avoid relegation by earning a point or more against Everton in their last league game.
- Tottenham sits above third-bottom West Ham on goal difference by 12 points.
- Spurs have not won a home league game for some time.
- Manager Robert de Zerbi said the upcoming game against Everton is more important than their previous trophy win.
- Relegation would mean Spurs drop to the second tier of English football for the first time since 1977.
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