Gary Neville criticizes Tottenham player after they were defeated by Liverpool.

The match between Tottenham and Liverpool on Sunday was one to forget for Emerson Royal. The Brazilian defender's performance was heavily criticized by pundits, including Gary Neville, who did not hold back in his assessment. Despite a boost in their hopes for Champions League football after Aston Villa's loss, Spurs failed to take advantage and suffered a 4-2 defeat.

An early goal from Mohammed Salah set the tone for the game, with Andy Robertson, Cody Gakpo, and Harvey Elliott adding to the scoreline before the hour mark. Richarlison and Son Heung-min managed to score late goals for Tottenham, but it was not enough to overcome the deficit. With Aston Villa now seven points ahead, it seems like a miracle is needed for Spurs to qualify for the Champions League.

Emerson was chosen to fill in at left-back due to injuries to Destiny Udogie and Ben Davies, but he struggled to adapt to the unfamiliar position. Neville pointed out the lack of defensive strength on Tottenham's left side, with Salah taking advantage of the situation. The former Manchester United player also commented on Emerson's tough day, particularly after Gakpo's goal. It was a difficult match for the right-back, who was also caught out of position for Elliott's goal.

Roy Keane echoed Neville's criticism, stating that Emerson does not anticipate danger well enough. He also pointed out the overall poor performance from Spurs, with a lack of conviction and intensity. Jamie Redknapp also highlighted the mismatch between Salah and Emerson, which ultimately proved to be a crucial factor in the game.

Before Elliott's goal, Emerson was booked for a foul on Salah, and it was clear that manager Ange Postecoglou had seen enough. He promptly substituted the defender for Oliver Skipp. Emerson's frustration was evident, as seen in his heated exchange with teammate Cristian Romero at halftime. It took goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario to intervene and separate the two players.

In conclusion, it was a disappointing game for Emerson Royal and Tottenham as a whole. Despite their hopes for a top-four finish, they were unable to capitalize on Aston Villa's loss and now face an uphill battle. The performance of Emerson was heavily scrutinized, and it remains to be seen how he will bounce back from this forgettable game.

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