After making his debut for Tottenham Hotspur against Liverpool yesterday, Alejo Veliz described it as a ‘dream come true’.
Although James Maddison and Son Heung-min started for Spurs yesterday, Ange Postecoglou lacked attacking options on the bench with players such as Giovani Lo Celso, Bryan Gil, Ivan Perisic and Brennan Johnson missing due to injury .
Son Heung-min of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates victory with Pedro Porro and Alejo Veliz at full time during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool FC at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on September 30, 2023 in London, England .
With Tottenham looking for a winner, the Australian opted to send Veliz into attack to partner Richarlison in the dying minutes of the match, with the Argentine striker replacing James Maddison just before added time.
Tottenham continued to push and eventually found the winner, although there was a bit of luck in how they got it, with Joel Matip converting a low cross from Pedro Porro into his own net.
A wild celebration by Spurs players ensued in front of a noisy south stand, with Veliz right in the middle of the celebration.
The 20-year-old admitted after the match that he was delighted with the opportunity and vowed to continue working hard.
“A dream come true” – Alejo Veliz sends message to fans after Spurs debut – Spurs Web – Tottenham Hotspur Football News
After making his debut for Tottenham Hotspur against Liverpool yesterday, Alejo Veliz described it as a ‘dream come true’.
Although James Maddison and Son Heung-min started for Spurs yesterday, Ange Postecoglou lacked attacking options on the bench with players such as Giovani Lo Celso, Bryan Gil, Ivan Perisic and Brennan Johnson absent due to injury .
Tottenham continued to push and eventually found the winner, although there was a bit of luck in how they got it, with Joel Matip turning a low cross from Pedro Porro into his own net.
