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Tottenham boss Conte highlights Richarlison and Skipp for victory over Team K League

Tottenham boss Antonio Conte highlighted new signing Richarlison and fit-again midfielder Oliver Skipp after their 6-3 victory in Seoul against Team K League.

It marked former Everton striker Richarlison's debut for Spurs, while Skipp made a first appearance since January.

Conte remarked: "They missed a lot last season, now they are working especially to improve their physical condition, because they need to work, to work a lot to find the right tempo and rhythm during the game.

“Skippy played a good first half, but I know he can do much better. It's the same with Matthew, maybe he's a bit behind than Skippy, but we are talking about two players who are able to recover and to be fit for the start of the season.

“Richarlison, what's impressive is his attitude, his will, his desire. I like him in both roles, number nine, but then also in the second half like a number 10, and he showed great spirit to sacrifice for the team so, yes, a good performance from him."

The Italian also said: “I know we need to improve, because after one month (away) it's normal, especially after last season... we finished the season by pushing ourselves to reach the top four.

“Then, the players had one month to relax and enjoy their holidays and it's always difficult to restart. We are working, we try to match these two situations, to work in the training session and at the same time, to put into games what we're trying in training."

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