Troy Deeney has criticised Tottenham Hotspur fans who hope their team loses to Manchester City in their upcoming Premier League clash, describing such a mindset as 'f****** weird'. The former Watford striker argued that supporters who want their own side to fail in order to deny Arsenal the title are undermining the spirit of competition.
The match on Tuesday could prove pivotal in the title race, with City needing a win to keep the destiny of the trophy in their own hands. Some Spurs fans have expressed a desire to see their team lose, thereby denting Arsenal's chances. However, Deeney insists this attitude is counterproductive and harms English football.
Writing in The Sun, Deeney said: 'I know a few Tottenham fans who have told me they would love to see Ange Postecoglou put the kids out to face Manchester City... so Arsenal can’t win the league.' He added that he wants to see a competitive title race rather than a foregone conclusion.
Deeney also referenced Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou's comments about not giving up on any cause, stating that fans should want their team to fight for results. 'I want to be sat there thinking, “Blimey, who’s going to win the league?” rather than, “This is a done deal, it’s City, roll on the summer”,' he wrote.
The former striker concluded that Tottenham should want to help Arsenal win the title by getting a result against City, as it would give everyone hope that they can win it one day.
