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Tamworth abuse 'vile and detestable' - Postecoglou

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou says the abuse directed at him by a minority of Tamworth fans was "vile and detestable".

The Australian was the target of chants from the home fans during Tottenham's 3-0 FA Cup third-round win against the non-league side on Sunday.

A sold-out crowd of 3,270 filled the Lamb Ground to see Tamworth hold out the Premier League side during normal time, before conceding three in extra-time.

While the majority of fans enjoyed the game in the right spirit, Postecoglou says there was an "unacceptable" minority who did not.

"90% of the crowd were very good and enjoyed the banter.