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Tottenham Sack Thomas Frank After Home Defeat to Newcastle

An official statement blamed poor results during a prolonged domestic slump.

Overview

  • Spurs confirmed the dismissal on February 11 following a 2-1 loss at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where fans chanted for Mauricio Pochettino and sang that Frank would be sacked in the morning.
  • Tottenham sit 16th in the Premier League, five points above the relegation zone, winless in league play in 2026, with early exits from the FA Cup and EFL Cup.
  • Contrasting their league form, Tottenham have progressed to the Champions League round of 16.
  • Appointed in June 2025, Frank leaves after 38 matches with a record of 13 wins, 11 draws and 14 losses, having cited numerous injuries and a key suspension in recent weeks.
  • Succession plans are unresolved, with assistant John Heitinga mentioned as a potential interim and a swift Pochettino return considered unlikely due to his USMNT World Cup commitment.