Postecoglou's post-match dash

Ange Postecoglou's post-match news conference lasted just 130 seconds.

The Spurs manager arrived in the City Ground's press room so quickly a number of writers either missed his brief appearance or crept in halfway through.

The manager might have been in a rush but it was short of any Christmas cheer after a sixth defeat in 10 games left Tottenham 11th and 10 points adrift of the top four.

In many ways, the visitors did a lot right. They dominated the ball and had chances - Matz Sels thwarting Brennan Johnson three times - but ultimately found little reward.

They did not stretch Forest enough and £60m striker Dominic Solanke, along with Son Heung-min, were ineffective.

Postecoglou appeared happy with his team's efforts but Spurs were still too soft when it mattered most.