Tottenham new stadium: Mauricio Pochettino says Spurs’ new ground is ‘best in the world’ and ‘must play in the Champions League’
Mauricio Pochettino insists Tottenham Hotspur’s new stadium needs Champions League football.Spurs will finally play their first competitive matchin their new home after nearly two seasons of waiting.Mauricio Pochettino says Tottenham needs Champions League football next season2
Mauricio Pochettino says Tottenham needs Champions League football next season
They face Crystal Palace on Wednesday at the 1billion arena, with an official opening ceremony to take place ahead of the big kick-off.It was only a matter of weeks ago that Pochettinos side were involved in a three-way race for the Premier League title.However, just one win in their previous six matches has seen Spurs slip back, and they are now are in danger of dropping out of top four altogether if their form does not improve.Tottenham Hotspur’s new stadium officially opens on Wednesday2
Tottenham Hotspur’s new stadium officially opens on Wednesday
Failing to finish in the top four would deny Tottenham Champions League football for 2019/20 – their first full season at the new stadium“The best stadium in the world must play in the Champions League,” Pochettino said ahead of Palace’s visit to north London.“It will be a shame not to be in the next Champions League. We are going to fight. I have no doubt we will be the Champions League next season.“We have seven games left, five here, and that has to give us a boost.”

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The Tottenham boss could not contain his excitement about the prospect of Spurs finally returning home after their stay at Wembley was extended by six months due to multiple construction delays.“I think it is going to be very special, he added. “The new stadium is a reality. It’s an exciting moment in the history of the club. Everyone is going to realise the magnitude of the project.“It is amazing, an exciting moment and a special moment for (chairman) Daniel Levy. He started the idea and delivered the project.
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