The ex-Tottenham Hotspur midfielder claimed on Sky Sports Premier League (8:24 p.m., September 2, 2023) that Ange Postecoglou ought to have started James Maddison against Fulham in the EFL Cup Second Round South match at Craven Cottage on Tuesday night.
On penalties, Spurs lost the tie.
In the 82nd minute, Maddison entered the game as a substitute.
James Maddison of Tottenham Hotspur and Ange Postecoglou’s selection for the Fulham game
Redknapp made the remarks after Tottenham’s victory over Burnley in the Premier League on Saturday at Turf Moor.
Maddison, who started the game against Vincent Kompany’s team and scored one of the goals, moved to Tottenham from Leicester City during the summer transfer window.
Tottenham continued their outstanding start to the new Premier League campaign with victory against Burnley.
They lost to Fulham in the Cup, which is really frustrating, but today was the day to bounce back, according to Redknapp.
James Maddison missed the midweek game, which was a significant error. Additionally, Bissouma may not have started.
One of the top playmakers in England, Maddison, ought to have started the match against Fulham, in our opinion.
Tottenham must quickly claim a significant prize.
For Spurs, the Cup competitions are crucial.
Maddison didn’t need to take a “rest” thus early in the season.
He is only 26 years old, after all, and Tottenham will not be playing in Europe this season.
Maddison has played in four Premier League games so far this year.
In those games, the 26-year-old had two goals and two assists.
