Hat-trick hero Erik Lamela praised by Tottenham's
manager after the forward played a starring role in his
side's Europa League victory:- Photo Filed.
Mauricio Pochettino was able to reflect on a job well done after
Tottenham secured top spot in Group J of the Europa League
with a 4-1 win over Monaco.
Erik Lamela scored a first-half hat-trick as the Premier League
side - who had already qualified for the last 32 prior to the game
at White Hart Lane - extended their unbeaten run in all
competitions to nine matches.
Tom Carroll also scored for the hosts, with Stephan El
Shaarawy's effort for Monaco on the hour mark proving to be
nothing more than a consolation.
"I'm very happy. Job done and we are first in the group. I'm
proud of them and we show we have a very strong squad,"
Pochettino told the club's official website.
"The mentality was great. We showed a winning mentality and
we need to keep this for the whole season."
The Tottenham manager was particularly pleased for Lamela,
who broke the deadlock after just two minutes.
He was gifted a second by a goalkeeping error, while his third
arrived shortly before the half-time interval. The treble takes the
player's tally to five goals in as many Europa League
appearances this season.
"It's fantastic for Lamela, a great moment for him,"
Pochettino added.
"From the start of the season he's showing improvement
and consistency."
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