The goalkeeper did well on his European debut for Spurs, who had two of their senior players scoring important goals in the Europa League game on Thursday evening

The Premier League side played youngster Brandon Austin in the net against Hoffenheim. After narrowly winning the game, Postecoglou explained why Antonin Kinsky did not start.

Tottenham recorded a much-needed victory as they secured a 3-2 win against Hoffenheim in the Europa League on Thursday evening. Following Sunday's 3-2 defeat at Everton, Ange Postecoglou was able to name Rodrigo Bentancur in his Spurs side for the first time since the Carabao Cup win over Liverpool.

Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for Europa League - Spurs have up to 14 players unavailable for Germany trip

Tottenham have barely 11 senior players available for tonight’s Europa League tie at Hoffenheim, with at least seven still sidelined and Antonin Kinsky, Djed Spence and Sergio Reguilon ineligible in the competition.

Europa League Challenge Amid Injury CrisisTottenham Hotspur head into tonight’s Europa League clash against Hoffenheim with a severely depleted squad, raising

Tottenham Hotspur head into tonight’s Europa League clash against Hoffenheim with a severely depleted squad, raising serious questions about how Ange Postecoglou will assemble his starting XI. With up to 14 players unavailable due to injuries and ineligibility,

Tottenham Hotspur are set to face Hoffenheim in an away fixture in the Europa League this midweek. The former side have lost their last two games and will be in desperate need to get their train back

Spurs will hope to continue their cup success and seal their place in the last 16 with a win over Elfsborg at 8 pm on January 30. Ange Postecoglou’s side have enjoyed their breaks from the league this season,

LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 27: Ben Davies of Tottenham Hotspur looks on Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Tottenham Hotspur at Selhurst Park on October 27, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Tottenham may no longer have injuries in the double figures, but Postecoglou is still expected to be deprived of nine players this week, including James Maddison and his fresh calf problem.

Tottenham's situation under Ange Postecoglou worsened again after their weekend defeat to Leicester City at home and there can be little argument that injuries have been a huge factor in the club's struggles.