Joao Palhinha’s defensive display praised by Tottenham boss Thomas Frank

The on-loan Portuguese midfielder played at centre-back and scored the opening goal in a 3-0 win against Doncaster.
The on-loan Portuguese midfielder played at centre-back and scored the opening goal in a 3-0 win against Doncaster.
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