Ipswich stun Spurs to claim first league win this season
Ipswich Town secured their first Premier League win in 22 years with a stunning victory over Tottenham Hotspur, a momentous occasion celebrated by the club’s fans and manager Kieran McKenna. Speaking after the match on BBC’s Match of the Day, McKenna expressed his pride in the team’s performance.
“It’s been a long time for the club — 22 years since the supporters saw a win in the Premier League. The journey to get here has been huge. It feels special today. We believe we’ve been improving. We’ve picked up five out of 10 results but were waiting for the first win to validate the work and improvements. It’s a massive moment, one to cherish,” McKenna said.
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The Ipswich manager highlighted the team’s impressive balance and tactical control in the first half against Spurs, playing with both high tempo and poise when necessary. In the second half, McKenna praised his side’s resilience, noting how well they defended and capitalised on opportunities to counter-attack. “We didn’t give away too many chances and were a threat on the break. A top performance,” he stated.
Maintaining composure to see out the victory was vital for Ipswich. “It was really important [to hang on]. If we’d conceded at the end, it would have been a big blow. To get one over the line like that, we’ve deserved it for quite a few weeks. A big boost for everyone. The players are delighted. They know it’s a win to cherish,” McKenna added.
Adding a touch of celebrity excitement, the manager revealed that singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, a lifelong Ipswich supporter, visited the dressing room to celebrate with the players. “He popped into the dressing room, which was nice. We’re wearing the third kit he had a part in designing,” McKenna noted, acknowledging the meaningful connection between the club, its fans, and notable supporters like Sheeran.
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