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We are nothing without fans – Frank
Tottenham manager Thomas Frank has expressed “strong confidence” in the backing he receives from the club’s ownership.
Since Frank’s arrival from Brentford in June, Spurs have secured only one Premier League victory at home, during their opening match against Burnley.
The team currently holds the 12th position in the league standings with 18 points gained from 13 games, leading to criticism from a segment of the fanbase.
When questioned about his confidence in the club’s hierarchy providing him sufficient time to improve on-field performance, Frank stated to reporters: “Yeah, I’m very confident.
“They seem to be individuals of high caliber, intelligent in their business acumen, and are increasingly knowledgeable about football.
“I believe when dealing with astute individuals, they recognize that every successful and enduring club requires time to develop.”
Following a mistake by goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario that contributed to Fulham’s second goal in Saturday’s 2-1 defeat, fans at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium voiced their disapproval. This loss marked Spurs’ tenth home league defeat of 2025.
In response, Frank stated that those who booed Vicario “can’t be true Tottenham fans,” deeming their actions “completely unacceptable.”
Ahead of Tuesday’s match against Newcastle United at St James’ Park (20:15 GMT), a team positioned just above them in 13th place, Frank acknowledged the fans’ disappointment.
“As I mentioned post-game, I fully understand the frustration,” he said.
“Frustration is a natural consequence of not winning.
“Especially considering our lack of home victories, not just this year but over an extended period, the level of frustration intensifies.
“We are fundamentally reliant on our fanbase. No club can thrive without its supporters. Tottenham is intrinsically linked to its fantastic fans. Our success depends on mutual support.
“My point is that, during matches, a united front is essential – a fortress mentality.
“Achieving a fortress requires collective effort from fans, team, and myself. My responsibility is to ensure we maximize our performance potential. Can we achieve that together? That is how we create a formidable environment for opponents.”
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Vicario mistake heaps pressure on Frank – MOTD analysis
Within the first six minutes against Fulham, a misjudgment by goalkeeper Vicario, whose weak clearance led to Harry Wilson’s goal, compounded Spurs’ early 1-0 deficit.
Shortly after the goal, audible boos were directed at the Italian goalkeeper, with further jeers occurring at both half-time and the final whistle.
“I spoke with him after the game, and he assured me he was coping well,” Frank disclosed.
“Vicario possesses a strong mentality to overcome setbacks. Others might have been more significantly affected.
“For goalkeepers, errors are inevitable; the ability to manage those errors is a crucial factor in their development and overall success as a player.”
Vicario issued an apology to the fans post-match for his mistake and the resulting outcome.
“The second goal resulted from my error, for which I accept full responsibility,” the 29-year-old told Sky Sports.
“I am resilient. What else can I say? We cannot let the atmosphere in the stands dictate our performance. The fans are entitled to their opinions.”
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