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Antonio Conte made his stance on the FA Cup crystal clear by naming a very strong XI to take on Middlesbrough.

Rather than making a few changes here and there following three games in quick succession, the Italian elected to name the team he started in last Saturday's 4-0 triumph over Leeds United.

Given Middlesbrough's recent form in the Championship and the prospect of a potential giant killing, Conte certainly wasn't taken any chances against Chris Wilder's men.

The fact Spurs also had six days until their next Premier League match against Everton also helped his cause as it allowed him to go strong.

Not impressed at all by their showing at Burnley last Wednesday as he made his feelings known after the game in his post-match press conference, he again will have been infuriated about their showing on Teeside.

Spurs were just not at the races and deservedly went out of the competition with Boro full value for their win.

Just as things appear to be on the up for Conte, Spurs somehow find a way to come crashing back down to earth with an almighty bang.

It's a real problem for him and one that needs solving ASAP.

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