Ange Postecoglou: James Maddison's injury is not serious, his performance is really brave

2025-04-19 01:44

Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou says James Maddison's injury is not serious. Despite James Maddison's knock against Eintracht Frankfurt, Ange Postecoglou praised his brave performance.

The injury occurred before the end of the first half of the second leg when James Maddison dribbled the ball from behind and was found by Christian Romero, who passed the ball to him in the penalty area. James Maddison touched the ball first and was then tackled by goalkeeper Koa Santos.

After the VAR confirmation, Dominic Solanke shot the ball into the penalty spot and scored the only goal of the game. Tottenham Hotspur returned to the home court with a total score of 2-1. Then James Maddison was sent off and did not continue to play after receiving treatment.

Ange Postecoglu said: "I think James Madison is fine. I talked to him after the game. I really think James Madison is too brave. He is not afraid of getting injured and gives his all for the team. No matter how James Madison felt at the time, I believe he must be full of joy of victory."

"James Maddison is really fine. He showed great courage at that moment. He knew he would be hit hard, but he was still fearless. James Maddison really tried his best for the team. I know he was in pain at the time, but he successfully helped the team advance to the semi-finals, and it was all worth it."