Dulux has apologised for a series of social media posts mocking Tottenham after its new commercial partnership with the club was announced.
The Dulux Twitter account replied to other users' tweets by mocking Spurs' lack of recent silverware, posting a picture of an empty trophy cabinet and suggesting the company's dog mascot could "do a better job" at centre-back.
The tweets were subsequently deleted.
"We're deeply sorry for the posts from Dulux this morning in response to the announcement of our relationships with Spurs," said the company.
"These do not reflect how proud we are to be the official paint supplier of the club.