London derby ideal game for Spurs to bounce back – Lloris

Hugo Lloris called on his side to bounce back against table-toppers Chelsea after being dumped out the Champion’s League in Monaco mid-week.

The French goalkeeper’s fine performance was not enough to salvage a point from the game but he is leading Spurs’ revival as they prepare to take on London rivals Chelsea.

“It’s a big disappointment but we need to keep our chins up because it’s a big game on Saturday,” he said.

“Our fans, our club and most of all our players had a lot of expectations in this competition. We fought a lot last season to get this Champions League place.”

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Following their last European setback, Spurs have had four days to prepare for a north London derby and Lloris says his side can draw on that experience when preparing to play at Stamford Bridge.

He added: “I said the same after we lost against Leverkusen at Wembley, this is the best type of game to bounce back.

“The only thing is to digest the frustration of this defeat and look forward.”

Spurs remain unbeaten in the league but their record will come under threat as they take on Antonio Conte’s Chelsea in buoyant mood after winning six on the spin.