Thomas Frank's Tottenham Shines with Resilience

Thomas Frank

Tottenham's start to the season under Thomas Frank has been impressive. Thomas Frank's Tottenham shows promise with defensive solidity and team unity.

“It's a good group of players. They want to perform. They are disappointed after the game. Even when we came back, they...”

Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank expressed his delight with his team's newfound resilience after they came back from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 at Brighton and Hove Albion. Frank said the spirit displayed by his side gave him goosebumps “I'm very, very pleased with it. I think there was also a situation in the first half, the way we sprinted back on our recovery runs. That's goosebumps, that's bread and butter,” highlighting the team's determination and fighting mentality.

Frank praised his team's performance, stating they've shown significant improvement under his leadership. The team has conceded only three league goals in five games, earning 10 points to sit in second place. This resilience is a welcome change from last season, when Tottenham lost 22 of their 38 games, including a 3-2 defeat at Brighton after leading 2-0.

Frank emphasized the importance of consistency, noting they've had four good performances and one bad in their five Premier League games. He's pleased with the team's progress but acknowledges there's still work to be done.

Tottenham deserved a point after a spirited comeback against Brighton, despite needing an own goal from Jan Paul van Hecke to salvage a draw. Richarlison's goal sparked a dominant second-half performance, showcasing the team's resilience and determination.

The contrast to last season under Ange Postecoglou is stark. Tottenham's current form reflects a significant improvement, with the team now displaying a more confident and assertive style. The draw might not be the perfect result, but it's a positive step forward for the team.

We fight back to earn a point at the Amex. pic.twitter.com/73eKdNFTlM

— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) September 20, 2025

“You want to be a resilient team because we play against good teams, and it will be difficult sometimes,” he said.

“I thought the players looked strong and were intense throughout the game, even though we had a midweek game.

“It's a good group of players. They want to perform. They are disappointed after the game. Even when we came back, they wanted to win. Maybe this was our most complete performance so far in the season. But in the end of the day, it's a mentality to stay in there when it's tough.

“I love the way we started the game. Away from home, just boom, on top of it.”

Thomas Frank has brought much-needed stability to Tottenham, transforming them into a defensively solid team. Under his leadership, Spurs have conceded just three league goals in five games, earning 10 points and securing second place. This impressive defensive record is a testament to Frank's tactical prowess, with the team keeping four clean sheets in their last five matches.

The 1-0 Champions League win over Villarreal on Tuesday was a significant test for Frank's team, and they passed with flying colors. With a strong defensive foundation and a clear vision for the team's future, Tottenham is poised to challenge for top honors this season.

Thomas Frank is pleased with his team's performances so far, but he's focusing on consistency. “Right now, I think it's about that consistency. We played five Premier League games. I think we had four good performances and one bad. So, can we just get all the bad performances out and consistently produce good performances?”

Thomas Frank reflects on our 2–2 draw to Brighton 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/42iaMgKQ4O

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The coming months will be crucial in determining Tottenham's form under Frank. After a strong start, the team faces Doncaster Rovers in the League Cup next week, followed by a Premier League match against Wolverhampton at home. Frank's ability to maintain consistency will be put to the test, but the signs are promising, with Tottenham sitting joint-second in the Premier League table with 10 points from five games.

Upcoming Fixtures:

• Doncaster Rovers (League Cup): Next week
• Wolverhampton (Premier League): Home tie after the League Cup fixture

Frank's start at Tottenham has been impressive, with the team conceding only three league goals in five games and winning four of those matches. His emphasis on defensive solidity and team unity seems to be paying off.