De Zerbi: Will use as motivation the bad luck of

De Zerbi: Will use as motivation the bad luck of

According to Soccernews.

Why it matters

Tottenham's history at Stamford Bridge is a big hurdle to overcome, and having a bad record at Chelsea puts a lot of pressure on the team. Previous defeats in London derbies pose a further challenge to their season outlook, so this match is important for Spurs' morale. A win will not only give them a point but also give a new perspective on their ability in Premier League football.

Key Points

• De Zerbi: Will use as motivation the bad luck of.
• De Zerbi was inspired by Tottenham's poor record at Stamford Bridge, and believes the team has enough quality to end the dark streak against Chelsea.
• De Zerbi: Tottenham's Stamford Bridge woes to be used as motivation.

ROBERT0 De Zerbi plans to use his team's long-running struggles at Stamford Bridge as motivation ahead of their next Premier League game against Chelsea. After Spurs' 3-1 win over Coventry City on Monday — which featured goals from James Maddison, Omar Marmoush and Ben Davies — the White Lights are ready to try to change the story in West London. The numbers against Chelsea are clearly alarming: since 2017-18, Tottenham have won just once in their last 36 league visits to Stamford Bridge (D11 L24), that being 3-1 under Mauricio Pochettino. In the eight visits since then, Spurs have collected just two points (D2 L6). In addition, Tottenham have lost their last six London derbies in the Premier League — a streak that has never happened before in their entire league history. De Zerbi himself admits that the past was heavy, but he sees it as an encouragement: for the coach, it is not just a negative record — it is an incentive to awaken the right mindset, energy and determination of the players. He stated that his players have enough quality to win and play well, but he also acknowledged that the challenge will be difficult given the clear style and quality of Xabi Alonso's Chelsea team.

Chelsea's streak against Spurs is no joke: Chelsea have won their last six league matches against Tottenham, equaling their longest winning streak against their London rivals (also six wins from January 2000 to March 2002). The records show that Spurs will try to break this long streak in an area that has always been difficult for them. The report also mentioned several past intense clashes between the two teams, including the controversial "Battle of the Bridge" in 2017 which ended 2-2. In the context of discipline, De Zerbi was asked about managing aggression and player reactions — especially after Rodrigo Bentancur was red carded for a headbutt against Manchester United. De Zerbi says it's difficult to find the right balance between energy and attitude: if he trusts the players, he lets them decide for themselves how to cross emotion and reaction in the game. He said he would rather have a 'too strong' reaction than a player with no reaction at all. The trip to West London awaits—and for Tottenham, the challenge is clear: show the collective unity and the individual quality to end the long run of bad luck at Stamford Bridge. For De Zerbi, the negative record is not a hindrance but fuel for their preparation and performance in the upcoming match.

What's next

In their next match, De Zerbi is expected to use past defeats as motivation to get the required result. Victory at Chelsea could be a turning point for Tottenham, helping them get back on track in the Premier League. This match will be important not only for the standings but also for building confidence in their squad.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the result of Tottenham's last match against Coventry City?

Tottenham won 3-1 against Coventry City, with goals from James Maddison, Omar Marmoush, and Ben Davies.

What is Tottenham's current situation at Stamford Bridge against Chelsea?

Since 2017-18, Tottenham have won just once in their last 36 league visits to Stamford Bridge, with 11 draws and 24 losses.

What is the impact of Tottenham losing their last six London derbies?

Tottenham have lost their last six London derbies in the Premier League, which has never happened in their entire history in the league.

When is Tottenham's next match against Chelsea?

Tottenham's next match is against Chelsea in the Premier League.

What did De Zerbi say about Tottenham's history at Stamford Bridge?

De Zerbi said he views bad history as encouragement and incentive for his players to have the right mindset, energy and determination.

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