Igor Tudor Confident Tottenham Can Overcome Three-Goal Deficit Against Atletico Madrid

Tottenham Hotspur manager Igor Tudor has expressed confidence in his team's ability to overcome Spanish side Atletico Madrid, despite trailing by three goals from the first leg of their Champions League encounter. Tudor stated that the club aims to reach the quarter-finals by mounting a strong comeback in the aggregate score during the upcoming second leg.

Speaking to the media, Tudor asserted that the opponent is not technically superior to his current squad. Igor Tudor said, "It's not impossible to come back. We need to be present in a match that could last a long time, as all possibilities are still open, and we must believe in our ability to do it." The Croatian coach further emphasized his stance on the balance of power between the two sides, stating, "They are not better than us."

Regarding the physical condition of the players, the manager clarified that the trio of Destiny Udogie, Lucas Bergvall, and Cristian Romero are now available for selection after Romero recovered from a head injury. However, Udogie and Bergvall are not fully match-fit to play the entire game. João Palhinha, on the other hand, is officially ruled out due to an injury sustained after a collision with teammate Romero in the first leg.

Doubts persist over the availability of Conor Gallagher due to a recent illness, presenting the coaching staff with limited options for the starting lineup. The London-based team is looking to deliver a balanced performance, ensuring they capitalize on all available scoring opportunities to turn the tables on their Spanish rivals.