Tottenham Hotspur head coach Antonio Conte has told Football.London that Hugo Lloris played against Burnley at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium despite having a fever.
Conte has said that Tottenham goalkeeper and club captain Lloris had a fever, but the France international still played.
Tottenham beat Burnley 1-0 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the Premier League on Sunday.
Harry Kane scored the only goal of the match.
Conte on Tottenham goalkeeper Lloris v Burnley
Conte told Football.London: “It wasn’t easy because yesterday morning the doctor sent me a message that a few players they felt not well, with a stomach problem, vomiting and also a fever.
“Deki didn’t have a training session, Gollini and Hugo. Also Winksy. Despite this we faced the game in the right way and I’m so happy because I have seen a team that has improved in many aspects. Now this team is one ready to fight in every game.”
The Tottenham boss added: “Hugo had a fever, but there was no chance of missing an important game. They showed to be very professional and understanding the importance of the moment. Hugo is our captain and he never wanted to miss the game.”
Huge figure
In our opinion, Lloris playing for Tottenham against Burnley despite having a fever shows his commitment and character.
Tottenham are in the race for the Premier League top four, and the match against Burnley was massive.
Spurs won, and Lloris played his role.
The Frenchman is a leader, and his leading his team out today despite his situation sends out a message to his Tottenham teammates.
Arsenal still have the advantage over Tottenham in the race for the fourth and final Champions League spot in the Premier League table this season.
However, the win for Tottenham against Burnley has increased the pressure on the Gunners, who are playing against Newcastle United on Sunday.
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