I am embarrassed – Richie Welse I am sorry for the “stupid” remark of Anger Pestekoglu – Irvine Times

Wellens said, “I’m not Ange Postecoglou, continue to use it as an excuse,” when I asked him if the injuries had contributed to the loss of Orient’s home 1-0 during his obligations after the match.

Postecoglou has been subjected to more and more ‘pressure this season, with its side of the Spurs is currently disappearing at the bottom half of the Premier League table. Tottenham has lost numerous injury players in this term and are ready to be left without nine players from the first team for Sunday to Brentford.

In a statement issued by Leyton Orient, Wellns said: “After today’s game, I was asked about the injuries in our squad and without thinking, I made a stupid comment on Tottenham Hotspur.

“This comment was attracted to me later in the evening and after watching my interview, I am deeply embarrassed and regret about what was said.

“At Leyton Orient, we have a strong relationship with Tottenham Hotspur and it was never my intention to say something to threaten this.

“Their manager, Ange Postecoglou, is a world-class coach and I want to apologize for my comments and wish all the best for the second half of the season.”

Two Leyton Orient players who started the match on Saturday – goalkeeper Josh Kiel and Jamie Donley – are currently on a loan from Tottenham.

The loss of Orient from Stockport was their first in 12 games in the League and despite the defeat they remain in the league play-off places.