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'They're a laughing stock' - Tottenham suffer defeat to Pacos de Ferreira in opening Europa Conference League clash

Tottenham have suffered a 1-0 defeat to Pacos de Ferreira in their opening Europa Conference League clash.

Spurs were heavy favourites for victory heading into the first leg of their qualifying playoff against Pacos de Ferreira at the Capital do Mpvel Municipal Stadium on Thursday night, but a first-half strike from Lucas Silva ended up giving the Portuguese outfit a surprise victory.

Nuno Espirito Santo made 11 changes to his side after their 1-0 win over Premier League champions Manchester City at the weekend, while club captain Harry Kane was absent once again, and they will now have to beat Pacos by two clear goals on home soil in order to reach the group stage of the continental competition.