What’s the one thing that Antonio Conte is working on with Pape Matar Sarr in Tottenham training? Know here

Ahead of the FA Cup fixture of the Spurs, it has been revealed that Pape Matar Sarr and Antonio Conte have been working on one specific thing. Read to know more about their strategy.

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Tottenham assistant manager Cristian Stellini has lauded Pape Matar Sarr as a “great player” after the latter starred late for the club at Hotspur Way. Even Antonio Conte was left impressed by Sarr ahead of the Premier League’s return. The Senegal ace left a mark off the bench in Spurs’ last two games against Aston Villa and Crystal Palace.

Now, Sarr could be in line to get more minutes in Tottenham’s FA Cup third round against Portsmouth set to take place on Saturday afternoon. While speaking ahead of the FA Cup fixture of the Spurs, Stellini replied to a question by football.london about Sarr.

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Karim Benzema missed the World Cup finals due to injury and announced his retirement from international duty for France on Monday via social media.


Karim Benzema missed the World Cup finals due to injury and announced his retirement from international duty for France on Monday via social media.
Karim Benzema has announced his retirement after reportedly cutting off all contact with coaching staff following the fallout to his injury.

Karim Benzema has announced his retirement after reportedly cutting off all contact with coaching staff following the fallout to his injury.
On Monday afternoon, Benzema posted on Twitter, “I made the effort and the mistakes it took to be where I am today and I'm proud of it! I have written my story and ours is ending.”

On Monday afternoon, Benzema posted on Twitter, “I made the effort and the mistakes it took to be where I am today and I'm proud of it! I have written my story and ours is ending.”
Benzema was named to France's squad for the tournament, as Didier Deschamps' side sought to become the first to successfully defend the title since Brazil in 1962. Les Blues expected the Ballon d'Or winner to play a leading role at the World Cup.


Benzema was named to France's squad for the tournament, as Didier Deschamps' side sought to become the first to successfully defend the title since Brazil in 1962. Les Blues expected the Ballon d'Or ..
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However, the striker was subsequently ruled out of the tournament due to a thigh injury, and despite the fact that he could have returned to the set-up during the competition having regained fitness and having been named in the initial squad, that did not happen.

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Benzema even turned down an invitation from French President Emmanuel Macron to join his private entourage, which flew from France to watch the final in Qatar on Sunday. It came after the striker posted cryptically on Instagram, saying in French, "Not interested."

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The Real Madrid striker had a spectacular year at club level, with his goals propelling the Spanish giants to La Liga and Champions League glory, culminating in his Ballon d'Or award this year to recognise his achievements.


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He was expected to shine in the World Cup, but his injury altered France's plans, with Olivier Giroud taking his place in the starting lineup. The Milan striker scored four goals in the tournament, becoming his country's all-time leading goal scorer.

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After returning to the France squad last year after a six-year absence, Benzema's injury meant he missed out on a World Cup spot. Deschamps reintegrated him into the squad, and he began in a central role in a three-man attack, scoring 10 goals in 16 international appearances since his return.


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Hailing his addition to the club in 2021, Stellini said that he had been working on body position with Sarr. The Italian football coach then went on to laud the “very young player”. He went on to say that with Sarr, it was Antonio who decided that the former is ready and has improved a lot in training.

Stellini also said that they worked “a lot on body position” and there are many other skills that Starr has to improve. According to Tottenham assistant coach, Starr showed a desire to improve and it is “very important” for them.

FAQs:

  1. When did Pape Matar Starr join tottenham?
    August 27, 2021
  2. When is FA Cup fourth round draw?
    The FA Cup fourth round draw will take place on January 9, 2023, at 10:30 pm GMT or 5:30 pm ET.
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