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​Spurs boss Mourinho explains giving Parrott match ball

Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho has spoken about his reasons for giving the match ball to youngster Troy Parrott.

The Spurs youngster made his Premier League debut late in the game during the 5-0 success at home against Burnley.

The 17-year-old Republic of Ireland international got huge cheers from the home crowd as he came on towards the end.

The Special One told reporters: "It was his debut and I think it had a much bigger meaning to a kid who last week was playing against others his age in the UEFA Youth League.

"Today he's playing in the Premier League at 17. Will he play against Bayern?

"I don't know. All I can say is Kane won't. Who plays? We'll see."

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