Livid Jol accuses Spurs of lacking character

TOTTENHAM boss Martin Jol criticised his side for lacking character as their 10-match unbeaten run was halted by Reading at the Madejski Stadium yesterday.

Spurs took the lead through Robbie Keane’s penalty but the hosts were ahead by half-time through Nicky Shorey’s drive and a close-range finish from the impressive Steve Sidwell.

The 3-1 victory was capped off when Republic of Ireland striker Kevin Doyle chased a long kick and finished past Paul Robinson.

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