Ange Postecoglou described Tottenham Hotspur's dismal Premier League campaign as unacceptable after they slumped to a lame 2-1 defeat at north London rivals Arsenal on Wednesday. Son Heung-min gave Tottenham a 25th-minute lead against the run of play but in the end the scoreline flattered Postecoglou's side who have now won only once in nine league games.

Ange Postecoglou said he hopes his Tottenham players are hurting after their 2-1 defeat to Arsenal on Wednesday and labelled the performance "unacceptable."

Seething Postecoglou admits his passive side were not ‘anywhere near the level’ they need to be at in north London derby loss

It's the one game (or two) that Tottenham fans are desperate to win more than any other and we've failed in the last six meetings. Mikel Arteta really does have a hold over Spurs since losing his first two meetings with the Lilywhites.

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou has taken aim at his players, branding their performance 'unacceptable' in Wednesday night's 2-1 defeat to Arsenal. Spurs went into the north London derby hoping to deal their rivals a blow as they chase a first Premier League title since 2004.