Tottenham Hotspur swept Southampton 5-0 in the 16th round of the English Premier League on Dec. 16, and after the match, the team's midfield core, Maddison, talked about the team's brilliant performance in an interview.
Maddison said straight away that Tottenham Hotspur showed unparalleled strength in this campaign, not only did they break down their opponents, but they also took control of the tempo of the game under the tactical guidance of all-attack and all-defense. He was full of praise for his teammates' performance, and the win was certainly a strong rebound from their recent less-than-stellar games.
Referring to previous challenges, Maddison recalled Tottenham's struggles against Bournemouth, Chelsea and Rangers, but emphasized that as a top team, doubts always follow. This win against Southampton means a lot to them, not only proving their strength but also answering the doubts. He also acknowledged that even against lower-ranked opponents, Spurs have had their share of challenges, making this victory all the more precious.
Talking about how the team has dealt with the external clamor, Madison revealed that the players are eager to prove the doubters with their actions. Despite being short-staffed, they still campaigned with young players, with the addition of new stars such as Archie Gray, Lucas Berival and Spence breathing new life into the team.
Finally, Madison talked about the team's mentality. He argued that the reaction of fans and the media is often emotional, but that the players must remain calm and focused. He cited the team's tough Thursday night in Glasgow as an example of how proud he was of the fact that most of the players were able to maintain their excellent form despite having to face a game on Friday morning.
