Tudor says Spurs' task against Atletico is 'difficult but not impossible'
Tottenham Hotspur face a tough Champions League comeback against Atletico Madrid with injuries and recent poor form, but manager Igor Tudor insists a turnaround is still possible.
- On March 17, Tottenham Hotspur manager Igor Tudor said the club still have a chance to win the UEFA Champions League last-16 tie despite facing a daunting 5-2 first-leg deficit to Atletico Madrid.
- Form-Wise, Tottenham took heart from their 1-1 draw at Liverpool on Sunday, despite Atletico Madrid losing 3-0 to Rayo Vallecano and Barcelona in recent weeks.
- Tudor revealed 'We see today what we can do . He has asthma problems, maybe some virus, it is not a nice thing. We will see tomorrow if he is fit for the bench.' Destiny Udogie and Lucas Bergvall will be on the bench, and Cristian Romero can play.
- Tudor said the immediate priority is to stay in the league, emphasizing 'Difficult but not impossible' and urging focus on strengths for tomorrow's challenge.
- In broader context, Romero was linked with Atletico last summer but signed a new contract at Tottenham until the 2028-29 campaign, and Simeone said he is a "big fan" of Romero, praising his personality and defensive work.
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