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Mauricio Pochettino speaks out over Rochdale pitch described as the 'worst in the league' as FA Cup fifth round nears

Tottenham coach Mauricio Pochetino [Photo: Courtesy]

Tottenham set up a fifth round trip to Rochdale and boss Mauricio Pochettino claimed their first tie against Newport would be ideal preparation.

Spurs needed Wednesday night's fourth round replay to finally overcome League Two Newport after they almost came unstuck in the original clash on the Welsh side's badly cut up Rodney Parade pitch.

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