LISTEN: Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino targets Premier League title after FA Cup disappointment

Mauricio Pochettino believes his Tottenham side can still catch Premier League leaders Chelsea despite losing to their title rivals in their FA Cup semi-final.

The Argentinian was proud more than disappointed after the defeat, speaking glowingly about his side's efforts having downplayed the potential knock-on effect in the title race.

"I feel proud because we played very well," he said. "We played with personality and character, and we dominate a team that played well.

"We forced them to play deeper and play on the counter-attack and in transition, but that is football, too.

"We congratulate them and now we try to fight for the Premier League, to try to catch them. That is our objective."

Pochettino was unruffled by defeat and the manner of it, but was understandably emotional when reflecting on the shock death of Ugo Ehiogu.

Spurs' under-23 coach died ahead of the semi-final at the age of 44 - a loss that has shocked the footballing world.

"It was Friday, it was a big shock for us all," Pochettino said. "We were on the training ground.

"It's a big impact because he was a person that was very close to us and in that moment you realise the real life.

"It is true we are fighting to play and win games, but it is all relative after this type of situation.

"One more time, I want to send all of my condolence to the family and friends from all the Tottenham family. It is a big loss for us."