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George Sessions

RARE PHOTOS: Thomas frank defends micky van de ven and djed spence after tottenham loss | Rare Historical Photos

Tottenham manager Thomas Frank defended Micky van de Ven and Djed Spence for walking off the pitch at full-time against Chelsea (John Walton/PA) - (PA Wire)

Tottenham boss Thomas Frank defended Micky van de Ven and Djed Spence after they appeared to ignore him and walk down the tunnel following a 1-0 home defeat to Chelsea.

Joao Pedro struck in the 34th minute to help Chelsea inflict more pain on toothless Spurs with a fifth consecutive victory over their London rivals and a 10th win in 12 meetings in all competitions.

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