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      Man Utd fans say ‘Liverpool purple patch is over’ after realising they let Lucas Bergvall slip away as photo re-emerges

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      MANCHESTER UNITED supporters are fuming after realising they missed out on wonderkid Lucas Bergvall. The 18-year-old Swede netted a dramatic winner as Tottenham beat Liverpool 1-0 in Wednesday’s Carabao Cup semi-final first leg.Lucas Bergvall netted a dramatic late winner against Liverpool in the Carabao CupCredit: GettyThe 18-year-old Swede twice had trials at Manchester UnitedCredit: XThe club were unable to sign the midfielder when he was 16Credit: XBergvall kept his cool late on to fire past Alisson and give under-fire boss Ange Postecoglou a vital victory. The teenage midfielder signed for Tottenham in a dramatic Deadline Day swoop last January. Spurs hijacked Bergvall’s deal to Barcelona, signing him for £8.5 million from Swedish club Djurgarden. But long before his switch to North London, Bergvall TWICE had trials with Man Utd – once aged 14, and another aged 16.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe was loved by scouts at the club – but couldn’t pen a deal at Old Trafford due to Brexit regulations.Under current Fifa rules, players aged under 18 cannot be sold overseas – except those within the European Economic Area.As such, the midfielder stayed in Sweden where he starred first for IF Brommapojkarna and then Djurgarden.Once the wonderkid turned 18, Barcelona came knocking – but it was Spurs who sealed his signature. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSLearning Bergvall was once within United’s grasp, one fan wrote on X: “Shows the administrative failure that the club did not keep relations open with the player and his reps so as to be able to bring him to United once he turned 18.”Referencing the optimism following Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Liverpool, another said with a crying emoji: “Liverpool purple patch over.”‘The ref made a mistake’ – Virgil van Dijk furious at Bergvall’s winner moments after Spurs star should have seen redWhile a third added, captioning a snap of Bergvall in United colours: “[His goal] this evening is proof that karma exists.”And a fourth said: “Once a red, always a red.”Bergvall smashed Spurs into a late lead on Wednesday night after putting in a tireless performance. But Liverpool skipper Virgil van Dijk was fuming the Swede hadn’t been red carded moments before.The 18-year-old – already on a yellow – leapt into a tackle and wiped out Kostas Tsimikas.Referee Stuart Atwell played advantage but didn’t return to book the teenager, while Tsimikas had to leave the pitch for treatment, temporarily reducing Liverpool to ten men.Tottenham’s top 10 biggest signings: Hit or miss?1) Tanguy Ndombele – £52.7mNdombele joined from Lyon in 2019 with huge expectations after shattering Tottenham’s transfer record.But he would go on to play just 91 times for the club, scoring 10 goals and is now set to leave one year before the end of his contract.2) Richarlison – £49.3mRicharlison almost broke the £50m mark when he arrived from Everton in 2022 as Harry Kane’s back-up.And while his tally of 12 goals this season was a significant increase on the three from his opening Spurs campaign, he is being linked with a departure this summer.3) Brennan Johnson – £46.8mJohnson was signed by Ange Postecoglou last summer and has impressed in patches during his first season in North London.He scored five goals and 10 assists in 38 games and will look to build on that in the 2024/25 campaign.4) Cristian Romero – £44.2mRomero initially joined on loan from Atalanta in 2021, before his impressive displays saw him secure a permanent deal the following year.He is two games shy of 100 for Spurs and, while he can be reckless with his tackling at times, is beginning to form a promising partnership with Micky van de Ven.5) James Maddison – £39.4mMaddison was handed Kane’s No10 shirt after arriving at Spurs and hit the ground running with three goals and five assists in his opening 11 matches.But after getting injured against Chelsea in October, he failed to return with the same sharpness – managing just five goal contributions in 15 league matches as he missed out on England’s final 26-man squad for the Euros.6) Davinson Sanchez – £35.7mSanchez joined Spurs from Ajax in 2017 and played more than 200 games across a six-year spell.But he was always considered a somewhat erratic defender who did not play more than 20 games in a Premier League season from 2020 onwards.7) Pedro Porro – £34mPorro was another signing who originally arrived on loan in January 2023, before he signed permanently last summer.He has 54 appearances for Spurs under his belt, scoring seven goals and impressing under Postecoglou this season.8) Micky van de Ven – £34mRapid Dutch centre-back Van de Ven was named Spurs Player of the Season in his first campaign at the club.His pace, athleticism, and technical ability on the ball have made him arguably Postecoglou’s best signing to date.9) Moussa Sissoko – £29.8mSissoko came to North London for a substantial fee after being relegated with Newcastle and went on to enjoy five years at Tottenham, playing more than 200 games.Unfortunately for the French midfielder, he is best-known for giving away a controversial penalty for handball in the first minute of Spurs’ 2-0 Champions League final defeat to Liverpool in 2019.10) Giovani Lo Celso – £27.2mLo Celso joined on loan from Real Betis in 2019 – a deal that was made permanent the following season.He has 10 goals and eight assists in 108 games, with some Spurs fans still unsure about the Argentine.Just minutes later, Bergvall swept in a Dominic Solanke cross to secure a crucial first-leg advantage for Tottenham.A frustrated Van Dijk said post-match: “It was quite obvious there was going to be a second yellow, it was pretty clear.”Then a minute later he scores the winner.”The ref made a mistake and I told him that. It was quite obvious and everyone on the sideline knew it was a yellow.READ MORE SUN STORIES”He should have been off. There is a linesman, fourth official, VAR and referee and he doesn’t get a second yellow.”I’m not saying it is the reason why we lost but it was a big moment.” More

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      Graham Potter confirmed as new West Ham boss after 21 months unemployed as Julen Lopetegui sacked in brutal statement

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      GRAHAM POTTER has been confirmed as West Ham’s new head coach following a 21-month break from football.The 49-year-old replaces Julen Lopetegui, who was dismissed by the Hammers on Wednesday after just six months in the job.Graham Potter has been announced as the new West Ham managerCredit: PAJulen Lopetegui was sacked on WednesdayCredit: PAHe has signed a two-and-a-half-year contract with the clubCredit: ReutersAnnouncing Lopetegui’s departure, a statement from West Ham read: “The first half of the 2024/25 season has not aligned with the Club’s ambitions and the Club has therefore taken action in line with its objectives.”The East London side wanted to line up a suitable replacement before announcing Lopetegui’s departure.Club officials opened talks with Potter this week before quickly sealing a deal.The new head coach has penned a two-and-a-half year contract.Read More in FootballPotter has insisted that his break from the game has been down to him making sure he wanted to wait for the right fit.He said: “I am delighted to be here. It was important to me that I waited until a job came along that I felt was right for me, and equally that I was the right fit for the club I am joining. That is the feeling I have with West Ham United.”My conversations with the chairman and the board have been very positive and constructive, we share the same values of hard work and high energy to create the solid foundations that can produce success, and we are on the same wavelength in terms of what is needed in the short-term and then how we want to move the Club forward in the medium to long term.”West Ham United is a huge club, at the heart of London, with a tremendous fanbase and great support all around the world. I saw the scenes that followed their Europa Conference League victory in 2023 and it was clear that this is a club with everything in place to become consistently successful, both on and off the pitch.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”The club have made a lot of good progress in recent years and ensured there are some very strong foundations in place to build on.”You don’t win a European trophy by fluke – there has to be a good bedrock at a football club for that to happen, and the challenge now is to take that on and build the next steps, to develop a team and a club that the supporters can be proud of.”Graham Potter lands new job as West Ham await decision on whether he will replace Julen Lopetegui as manager Lopetegui v Potter: The statsGraham PotterCareer win rate: 38.6 %Games managed: 440 gamesPremier League win rate: 28.3 %Honours: Swedish Cup Winner (2016/17)Clubs managed: Ostersund, Swansea, Brighton, ChelseaJulen LopeteguiCareer win rate: 54.9%Games managed: 419 gamesPremier League win rate: 34.4 per centHonours: Europa League (2019/20), U19 & U20 EurosClubs managed: Rayo Vallencano, Spain Youth, Porto, Spain, Real Madrid, Sevilla, Wolves, West HamHe will take charge of his first match this Friday when the Hammers face Aston Villa in the FA Cup third round.Prior to his appointment, Potter had been out of work since April 2023 – when he left Chelsea following a poor run of results.He was dismissed by the Blues just seven months into his time at Stamford Bridge.Prior to his stint with Chelsea, Potter spent three years with Brighton.The ex-defender has also managed Swansea, Ostersund and Leeds Carnegie.Potter will have to juggle his West Ham job with a new role at the Professional Footballers’ Association.The former Chelsea boss joined the PFA Business School this week as course co-director for the certificate in Football Psychology, Emotional Intelligence and Leadership.Potter takes over at West Ham with the club 14th in the Premier League table.His first Prem match at the London Stadium will be a derby clash with Fulham next Tuesday.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe is expected to name former Stoke City manager Narcis Pelach as a first-team coach at the club.Bruno Saltor will also join Potter as his assistant and Billy Reid as another first-team coach. More

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      Graham Potter to appoint former Championship manager to West Ham staff just 13 days after he was sacked from last job

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      GRAHAM POTTER will appoint a recently sacked Championship manager to be in his staff at West Ham.The former Chelsea boss is expected to be named as the new Hammers manager today.Graham Potter is expected to be named the West Ham managerCredit: AFPNarcis Pelach will arrive a coach despite being sacked by Stoke City in DecemberCredit: RexPotter, 49, arrives at the London Stadium as the successor to Julen Lopetegui.The Spaniard was sacked after just seven months in charge of the club.He only won six of his 20 Premier League games leaving the club in 14th place in the table.Lopetegui’s backroom staff have also left the club, with only goalkeeping coach Xavi Valero remaining.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLPotter will therefore name Narcis Pelachone of his first-team coaches at the club.The Spaniard has previously coached at the likes of Huddersfield Town and Norwich City.The 36-year-old landed his first managerial job in England in September as he was appointed Stoke City boss.However, he was axed just 13 days ago, on December 27, after winning just three of his 19 matches in charge.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe also had time as a player and played for the likes of Spanish sides Cassa, Manlleu, Palamos and Figueres.Pelach’s playing career came to an early end as he retired at the age of just 27.Graham Potter lands new job as West Ham await decision on whether he will replace Julen Lopetegui as manager West Ham’s first game without Lopetegui in charge will come against Aston Villa in the FA Cup on Friday night at Villa Park.Potter will have to get to work quickly in order to steady the sinking West Ham ship.The club forked out £127.5million in the summer on stars such as Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Max Kilman and Crysencio Summerville.But results on the pitch have gone backwards from the time under David Moyes.Potter will also have to find a way to get the team firing without talisman captain Jarrod Bowen.The England international is currently sidelined with a fractured foot and is not expected back until February at the earliest.Lopetegui v Potter: The statsGraham PotterCareer win rate: 38.6 %Games managed: 440 gamesPremier League win rate: 28.3 %Honours: Swedish Cup Winner (2016/17)Clubs managed: Ostersund, Swansea, Brighton, ChelseaJulen LopeteguiCareer win rate: 54.9%Games managed: 419 gamesPremier League win rate: 34.4 per centHonours: Europa League (2019/20), U19 & U20 EurosClubs managed: Rayo Vallencano, Spain Youth, Porto, Spain, Real Madrid, Sevilla, Wolves, West Ham More

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      Tottenham’s crucial win over Liverpool could save Ange Postecoglou’s job… two players stepped up when needed most

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      IT felt like the sort of night that could prove a turning point for Ange Postecoglou. The under-fire Aussie watched his injury-ravaged Tottenham side beat Liverpool 1-0 in Wednesday’s Carabao Cup semi-final first leg.Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham defied the odds to beat Liverpool on WednesdayCredit: ReutersTeenager Lucas Bergvall netted a dramatic late winner in North LondonCredit: GettyFollowing a poor start to the season, the prospect of silverware is suddenly very realCredit: GettyThe first half was overshadowed by a scary incident involving midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur, who collapsed on the field.Bentancur was stretchered off but later posted a positive update from his hospital bed. Both teams appeared affected by the delay during a cagey opening 45 minutes in front of a nervy crowd. Liverpool were well off their best, as the home side slowly grew into the occasion. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd it was two teenagers – match-winner Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray – who stepped up when needed for their manager. Both stars, 18, have been called upon more than expected this season due to a mounting list of injuries and suspensions. But they are both the sort of players Postecoglou needs if he is to bring silverware and stability to North London. The teenagers showed commitment and courage on the ball in what was a vital game for both the club and his beleaguered boss.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBergvall played more key passes than any other Spurs player on the pitch.And he popped up with the winner right at the end when it mattered most, keeping his composure to slot past Alisson in the Liverpool net. Ange Postecoglou falls to his knees in despair after Pedro Porro fails to convert golden chance against LiverpoolThe versatile Gray was a Rolls Royce at the back, showcasing the talent that made him such a breakthrough talent at Leeds. This win could transform Tottenham’s season following a difficult run over the festive period. Plenty wrote off Spurs before a ball was kicked, with Liverpool entering the contest unbeaten since September 14. But if they hadn’t got something out of the game, it would have felt like a missed opportunity. Pedro Porro left Postecoglou falling to his knees in despair after missing a sitter early in the second half.18-year-old Archie Gray showed why Spurs spent big to prize him away from LeedsCredit: GettyAnd Dominic Solanke was denied by a narrow offside call as Spurs gained a foothold in the game.Postecoglou has bemoaned Tottenham’s luck in recent weeks – but they got a huge slice of it when Bergvall wasn’t carded for a late lunge on Kostas Tsimikas.It would have been the teenager’s second yellow of the game and came just minutes before he slotted in the winner. With half of his missing personnel likely to be back by the time Spurs visit Anfield for the second leg, Ange will hope to get his team over the line.Gray’s versatility has been invaluable to Ange as he negotiates an injury crisisCredit: ReutersIt would represent a first shot at a trophy since Tottenham reached the Carabao Cup final against Man City in 2021.Silverware is the one thing everyone at Spurs ultimately strives for.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd if Postecoglou can provide it, he will go down as a hero – regardless of how the season has panned out so far. Should Spurs ultimately lift the Carabao Cup, they will look back on this performance as the one that sparked the turnaround. More

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      Tamworth manager quits support worker job to become full-time boss days before Tottenham FA Cup clash

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      TAMWORTH have invested a chunk of their FA Cup cash windfall to secure Andy Peaks as their full-time boss.The 54-year-old has been rewarded for steering part-time Tamworth to a money-spinning FA Cup showdown with Spurs, after beating Macclesfield, Huddersfield Town and Burton Albion, to reach the third round.Andy Peaks has been made full-time Tamworth managerCredit: PAPeaks previously split his time as a support worker at Tresham College in Kettering, with his role as Tamworth’s part-time boss.But SunSport can reveal the club have moved swiftly to persuade Peaks to turn full-time after ploughing some of the profits raised by Sunday’s glamour tie to secure his long term future.Peaks has been a sensation since he took charge of Tamworth in February 2022, after quitting Rushden and Diamonds to take over from Gary Smith.He saved the club from the drop in his first season in charge after leading the relegation-threatened Lambs to a 13-game unbeaten run.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLPeaks followed that achievement up with sensational back-to-back promotions – first from the Southern League Premier Division – and then as shock winners of the National League North.Tamworth’s part-timers started this season as favourites for relegation against their full-time opponents in the National League.But Peaks has successfully steered the Staffordshire minnows to 16th in the 24-team league, seven points above the drop zone with a game in hand.Just as importantly he has earned Tamworth a £250,000 windfall by reaching the third round of the FA Cup where Spurs lie in wait on Sunday.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe Lambs were widely criticised for their pricing policy for the Spurs game and accused of fleecing loyal fans, by charging £38 for a terracing ticket.However, the club have shown they intend to use that cash to invest in a bright future under Peaks, who has never hidden his desire to manage full-time.Football teams that controversially changed their badgeHe was linked with the Northampton Town job recently, before Kevin Nolan took charge.Now SunSport can reveal Tamworth have tied Peaks down with a new two-and-a-half year full-time contract and have vowed to spend their FA Cup cash on improving the infrastructure of the club.Peaks has led Tamworth on a sensational run into the FA Cup third roundCredit: PA More

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      Jose Mourinho shock favourite to replace Sean Dyche as Everton boss – despite Toffees owners sacking him before email

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      JOSE MOURINHO has emerged as the shock bookies’ favourite to replace Sean Dyche as Everton boss.The Special One is rated odds-on to move to Merseyside with new owners The Friedkin Group believed to be ready to dump Dyche by as early as next week.Jose Mourinho is the shock favourite to take over at EvertonCredit: GettySean Dyche is set to receive the axe from the Toffees new ownersCredit: GettyDyche admitted in the build–up to tonight’s FA Cup third-round clash with Peterborough United that TFG would not be doing their jobs if they were not considering the possibility of replacing him.The Americans ARE doing so and ex–boss David Moyes is also in the frame to return to the club and take it into their new Bramley – Moore Dock home next summer.The appointment of Mourinho could be seen as a spectacular coup – despite TFG billionaire owner Dan Friedin, also owner of Roma, sacking him a year ago.The Portuguese was also twice axed by Chelsea as well as Manchester United, Real Madrid and Inter Milan but he described his dismissal by Friedkin as the “one that most hurt”.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe took over Fenerbache last summer but is at war with Turkish authorities over the way Turkey’s Super Lig is being run.Despite being so upset by the way Friedkin got rid of him the 61-year-old would love a chance for another tilt at the Premier League.Dyche, almost two years in charge, is understood to have come to terms with the fact that his time at the club is coming to an end with fans turning on his style of football.Everton takes on Posh in what he calls “a banana skin” encounter having won only three Prem games in 19 with the Toffees lying one point above the drop zone.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSDyche declared of talk that TFG are sizing up replacements for him: “It should be.”If you’re a business of this size and this club, then succession planning should be part of their diligence. I’ve got no problem with that at all.Jose Mourinho confirms he has undergone minor surgery but won’t miss a single Fenerbahce training session”I think that should be ongoing at every football club.”That’s part of the business, surely. I’m sure it is in what we’d call normal business life.”Furious Jose Mourinho’s CUTTING dig at referee Clement Turpin after red card vs Man UtdJOSE MOURINHO launched a sarcastic blast at ref Clement Turpin after he was red-carded in his clash with former club Manchester United. The Fenerbahce boss saw his side fight back to earn a point as United tossed away the lead for a third successive drawn Europa League match.Mourinho was sent to the stands after raging against Turpin’s failure to award a penalty against Manuel Ugarte for a challenge on Bright Osayi-Samuel.And Mourinho scowled: “The referee told me something incredible. He said at the same time he could see the action in the box and my behaviour on the touchline.“I congratulate him because he is absolutely incredible. During the game, 100 miles per hour, he had one eye on the penalty situation and one eye on my behaviour on the bench. That’s the explanation he gave me.”That is why he is one of the best referees in the world!”What is almost certain is that the former Burnley manager is on the way out.And defeat to Darren Ferguson’s League One club would only hasten his exit. More

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      Rodrigo Bentancur gives health update after being rushed to hospital following sickening head injury vs Liverpool

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      TOTTENHAM star Rodrigo Bentancur has provided an update from his hospital bed after his frightening on-field collapse.The Spurs midfielder fell to the floor unchallenged during Wednesday’s Carabao Cup clash with Liverpool. Rodrigo Bentancur has provided an update after collapsing during Spurs’ win over LiverpoolCredit: ReutersThe 27-year-old was rushed to hospital after the scary incidentCredit: RexBentancur updated his 2m Instagram followers alongside girlfriend Melany La BancaCredit: InstagramBentancur landed awkwardly after attempting to head the ball away from a corner six minutes into the contest. Teammate Pedro Porro rushed to his aid before medical staff worked on the Uruguayan for almost 10 minutes.The 27-year-old was given oxygen and placed in a neck brace before being taken off on a stretcher.He was rushed to a nearby hospital, with boss Ange Postecoglou confirming after the game Bentancur was “conscious when he got to the dressing room.”READ MORE ON BENTANCURThe Aussie said: “It was some sort of head injury, but he was conscious when he was coming off the field.“He’s been taken to the hospital for observation. Hopefully he’ll be OK.”Following the scary incident, the ex-Juventus man later provided a health update to his 2 million Instagram followers.Smiling alongside partner Melany La Banca and wearing a Spurs t-shirt, Bentancur confirmed he was “all good” with a thumbs up.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHe captioned the picture with a love heart emoji: “All good guys! “Thank you for the messages. Congratulations on the victory boys!”Antonin Kinsky embraced by family after stellar Tottenham debut against LiverpoolIt’s not the first time this season Bentancur has been rocked by a head injury. Back in August, he was stretchered off against Leicester after a sickening clash with winger Abdul Fatawu. The midfielder subsequently missed Tottenham’s 4-0 win over Everton the following week and returned to action on September 1, eleven days after the KO.Bentancur was replaced on Wednesday night by Brennan Johnson, with Tottenham taking the game to Premier League leaders Liverpool.The Reds were wasteful on the night and paid the price late on, with Lucas Bergvall netting to give Spurs a slender 1-0 advantage ahead of next month’s second leg.But Liverpool skipper Virgil van Dijk was furious the Swede didn’t see red moments before netting the winner.Bergvall escaped a second yellow despite wiping out Kostas Tsimikas, with ref Stuart Atwell choosing to play advantage. Van Dijk raged: “It was quite obvious was going to be a second yellow, it was pretty clear.”Then a minute later he scores the winner.”The ref made a mistake and I told him that. It was quite obvious and everyone on the sideline knew it was a yellow.”He should have been off. There is a linesman, fourth official, VAR and referee and he doesn’t get a second yellow.”I’m not saying it is the reason why we lost but it was a big moment.”BBC Radio 5 Live pundit Michael Brown was among those to praise Porro for his quick thinking on the field. The Spaniard was the first to rush over to help Bentancur, grabbing his head to help keep his airway clear.READ MORE SUN STORIESBrown said on air: “Porro saw it early and was over there quickly.”The medical team did their job and were right on top of it. We wish Rodrigo well.” More

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      ‘The ref made a mistake’ – Virgil van Dijk furious at Bergvall’s winner moments after Spurs star should have seen red

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      VIRGIL VAN DIJK raged Lucas Bergvall should have been sent off — moments before the Swedish teen hit Tottenham’s winner.That came after team-mate Rodrigo Bentancur was carried off on a stretcher in a neck brace and head strap after a heavy fall in this Carabao Cup semi-final first leg.Lucas Bergvall escaped a second booking for this foul on Kostas TsimikasCredit: RexTsimikas needed treatment off the pitch following the lungeVirgil van Dijk reckons it’s ‘obvious’ Bergvall deserved to be sent offBergvall struck the only goal  in the 86th minute but just before he escaped a second  yellow despite taking out Kostas Tsimikas  — with ref Stuart Attwell playing advantage and deciding not to go back to book the 18-year-old.Tsimikas was then off the pitch waiting to come back on as Bergvall put Spurs ahead.Liverpool captain Van Dijk was seen arguing with whistler Attwell at full-time, insisting “It’s a yellow!”The Dutchman, 33, later seethed: “It was quite obvious was going to be a second yellow, it was pretty clear.Most read in Football“Then a minute later he scores the winner.“The ref made a mistake and I told him that. It was quite obvious and everyone on the sideline knew it was a yellow.“He should have been off. There is a linesman, fourth official, VAR and referee and he doesn’t get a second yellow.“I’m not saying it is the reason why we lost but it was a big moment.”Most read in FootballArne Slot gave the fourth official his verdict on Bergvall staying onFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSReds boss Arne Slot and his coaching staff were left raging after Bergvall’s goal on the touchline.Slot’s assistant coach Sipke Hulshoff was booked for his complaints.Ange Postecoglou falls to his knees in despair after Pedro Porro fails to convert golden chance against LiverpoolThe game was the first in English men’s football history to have VAR decisions announced to the fans in the stadium.Attwell could be heard on the loudspeaker explaining Dominic Solanke’s 78th-minute goal had been ruled offside.Slot, whose side failed to score for only the second game this season, added: “It would be more interesting if he explained why he didn’t give a second yellow card than why he cancelled the goal.“But I know that’s not the rule.”Spurs chief Ange Postecoglou added: “I can see why Arne would be very disappointed but apparently they’re the rules.“He wasn’t lucky to be on the pitch. If the advantage gets played and it’s not a cynical tackle, then it’s not a yellow.“We’ve been screaming for it in the last two months and that’s what we’ve been told.”Bergvall’s strike came 80 minutes after team-mate Bentancur fell to the turf in worrying scenes when going up for a challenge unchallenged.He appeared to be knocked out, with Pedro Porro seeming to put his finger in his stricken pal’s mouth to ensure he had not swallowed his tongue.After six minutes of treatment, Bentancur was stretchered off in a neck brace and head brace.He received oxygen as he left the field — but was later conscious, talking and sent for hospital for further checks.Postecoglou added: “It was some sort of head injury, but he was conscious when he was coming off the field.“He’s been taken to the hospital for observation. Hopefully he’ll be OK.”READ MORE SUN STORIESSpurs keeper Antonin Kinsky hugged his sister after keeping a debut clean sheet following this week’s £12.5million switch from Slavia Prague just days ago.The Czech, 21, said: “I’m a big dreamer but I never dreamt this one.” More