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'He had to go!' - Tottenham boss Mourinho explains Dier's hasty exit from pitch against Chelsea

Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho explained that an unplanned call of nature prompted Eric Dier's surprise exit during his team's Carabao Cup penalty shootout victory over Chelsea.

A late goal from Erik Lamela earned Spurs a 1-1 draw against their London rivals on Tuesday, before they prevailed on penalties thanks to Mason Mount's miss.

The tie, however, will be remembered for a hilarious scene involving Mourinho and Dier just over 10 minutes from the end.

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Dier disappeared down the tunnel, with a seemingly fuming Mourinho in hot pursuit.