Friedel: Adebayor and Defoe deadlier together

Tottenham goalkeeper Brad Friedel has claimed Jermain Defoe and Emmanuel Adebayor are among the most deadly strike partnerships in England.

Adebayor returned to action following a three-match ban to help Spurs earn a 3-1 win over Greek side Panathinaikos on Thursday night, while Defoe also found the net.

Friedel said: “When we have played with two up front, Jermain has really thrived on it, as he can save his energy for when he is inside the box. That is when it really matters for us.”