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February 12, 2026
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Abhinav Ennazhiyil

Thomas Frank Sacking: Spurs' Search for Stability Continues

Thomas Frank's Tenure at Tottenham Hotspur

Thomas Frank was appointed Tottenham Hotspur's head coach in June 2025 with the task of rebuilding the club's culture. However, his time at the club was marked by booing from fans and poor team performances.

Thomas Frank

Frank's struggles were evident in his third league game, a 1-0 home defeat by Bournemouth, where Spurs were painfully limited on the ball and looked predictable in their build-up. The team's home record was one of the worst in the Premier League, with fans showing up less confident and less optimistic with each passing game.

Reasons Behind Frank's Sacking

Frank faced significant challenges, including an injury crisis that saw key players like James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski sidelined. The team's recruitment was also criticized for being disjointed, with Frank failing to settle on a starting XI.

Players and staff felt that Frank was too nice and lacked the charisma needed to lead a big club like Tottenham. His tactics were also seen as too negative, with the team often setting up in a 5-4-1 formation that jarred with the club's traditions.

Legacy and Future Directions

Frank's dismissal marks the first big test of the post-Daniel Levy era at Tottenham. The club must now decide on the direction they want to take, with the search for a new head coach underway.

Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6982893/2026/02/11/thomas-frank-sacking-spurs