Spurs captain Romero back in England for final game
Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero has returned to London for a crucial Premier League match against Everton. Although he was initially expected to watch a match in Argentina, his presence at the stadium is significant for the team's survival hopes. The decision for his return has sparked criticism from former players and fans alike.
- ▪Cristian Romero returned to London for Tottenham's final match of the season against Everton.
- ▪He was ruled out of the game due to a knee injury but is present to support his team.
- ▪The match is critical for Spurs' Premier League survival, with a win or draw likely ensuring they stay up.
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Spurs captain Romero back in England for final gameImage source, ReutersImage caption, Cristian Romero was at the side of the pitch before Tottenham's game against EvertonByAlastair TelferBBC Sport journalistPublished12 minutes agoClub captain Cristian Romero has returned to London from Argentina for Tottenham Hotspur's crunch final match of the Premier League season at home to Everton.The 28-year-old, who was ruled out of the game because of a knee injury, was expected to watch his boyhood club Belgrano play River Plate in the Argentina Primera Division Apertura final on Sunday.However, the defender is instead at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where a win for the home side will guarantee Premier League survival and a draw will also realistically be enough because of their vastly superior…
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