As the EFL Cup quarter-final draws near, Manchester United defense stalwart Dalot expressed his longing for the upcoming fierce showdown at the home of Tottenham Hotspur in an official club interview. He not only reflected on his previous encounter with Tottenham, but also mentioned the Man City derby victory, revealing his boundless expectations for the future.
Dalot firstly recalled the Tottenham Hotspur match at Old Trafford in September this year, which was lost 0-3, and said that the team did not play at the right level at that time. He is eager to show a new face in this League Cup quarter-final and strive for a win to set foot on Wembley again.
Facing the upcoming challenge of Tottenham Hotspur, Dalot believes that it will be an excellent matchup and challenging. He emphasized that United will focus on every game and put all their energy into the upcoming battle against Tottenham.
Last weekend's Manchester City Derby victory has left United in high spirits, and Dalot was impressed with his team's performance and the enthusiastic celebrations of the away fans. He believes that the win embodies the spirit of United and shows the direction in which the team is heading. He also mentioned his family's experience in the fan zone, which made the win especially special.
Dalot sensed a shift in his team's mentality compared to the league loss against Arsenal earlier this month. He hopes to continue that belief and determination in the Tottenham Hotspur battle, converting possession into goals. He expects to continue to show these qualities in the upcoming games.
Dalot concluded by reiterating that United must stay focused and prepare for the games one at a time without focusing too much on the future. He firmly believes that the team will stand taller in the future as long as they remain steadfast in their beliefs and continue to improve. For the upcoming Tottenham Hotspur match, he said that United will go all out for a win.
