Criticism of Dier after Tottenham’s Champions League defeat

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It was a disappointing night for Tottenham at Wembley, where they suffered a 4-2 defeat against Barcelona in the Champions League.

Injury-hit Spurs showed spirit but were well beaten by a Barca side inspired by Lionel Messi.

Despite Tottenham’s injury problems, Eric Dier was dropped from the side and named among the substitutes.

And some of the reaction on Twitter to the England man’s display after coming on in the second half was not complimentary – and that’s putting in mildly.