New Delhi: Tottenham’s wait for silverware goes on after Aston Villa knocked Ange Postecoglou’s side out of the FA Cup. A 2-1 defeat at Villa Park meant another tournament slipped away, just days after Spurs were beaten in the Carabao Cup semi-finals. Injuries played a big role, with 11 first-team players missing, but that was no excuse for a performance that lacked intensity and ideas. Villa also had key absentees, yet they looked far sharper, punishing Tottenham’s slow start and wastefulness in attack.

Postecoglou had promised trophies in his second season, but Spurs now only have the Europa League left as their last chance. His team selection raised eyebrows, and the performance only added to frustrations. Once again, the defence looked fragile, the midfield was overrun, and the........

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