Thomas Frank’s Tottenham is facing serious pressure following a disappointing 3-0 defeat at Nottingham Forest’s City Ground. It was a match to forget for everyone in white, except perhaps the home fans, though even a comforting cup of tea would struggle to ease the sting of such a heavy loss.
A Tough Match for Spurs
Callum Hudson-Odoi scored two goals, and Ibrahim Sangare added a stunning long-range strike, ensuring Spurs never found their rhythm. Tottenham managed only one shot on target in the entire 90 minutes, posing little threat to Forest’s organized defense. Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest created multiple scoring opportunities, leaving Spurs always chasing shadows.
The first goal came from an error by Guglielmo Vicario, whose heavy touch in defense led to a careless pass intended for Archie Gray. Sangare capitalized on this mistake, setting up Hudson-Odoi for an easy tap-in. Early in the second half, Vicario attempted to whip in a cross, but the ball arced over him and into the net, making it 2-0.
The third goal arrived late in the match. Hudson-Odoi turned provider, delivering a precise ball to Sangare, who unleashed a spectacular strike from distance that hit the post and went in, further highlighting Forest’s dominance.
Frank’s Troubles Continue
This defeat adds to a troubling trend for Frank’s team. Prior to their recent win over Brentford, they had gone five matches without a victory in all competitions. The mounting pressure is leading to louder calls for Frank’s departure. While some argue that sacking the head coach might not lead to immediate improvement, sustained poor form cannot be overlooked indefinitely.
Potential Replacements
Speculation about possible replacements for Frank is already circulating. According to bookmakers, the favorites include:
- Oliver Glasner (Crystal Palace) at 5/1
- Marco Silva at 8/1
- Andoni Iraola at 8/1
- Roberto De Zerbi at 12/1
Frank has occupied the head coach position for 185 days, and it is becoming difficult to imagine he will reach 200 days. The shortest modern tenure at Tottenham was Nuno Espírito Santo’s 124 days. Despite managing eight fewer matches than Frank, Nuno achieved only one more victory, a stark comparison for the current manager.
Upcoming Challenges
Next on the agenda for Tottenham is a challenging trip to Anfield to face Liverpool. If Frank’s situation doesn’t improve in this match, he may find himself updating his LinkedIn profile sooner than expected.
As Tottenham seeks to find its footing, fans will be watching closely to see if their team can turn the tide.