Thomas Frank acknowledged that his Tottenham team fell short in their 3-0 loss to Nottingham Forest. The match was marked by defensive errors, starting with Guglielmo Vicario's poor pass that allowed Ibrahim Sangare to set up Callum Hudson-Odoi for an easy goal. Hudson-Odoi scored again after Vicario misjudged a cross, and Sangare sealed the win with a long-range strike.
Spurs struggled throughout, managing only one shot on target. Frank expressed his disappointment, stating, "It's burning, annoying. That was a bad performance. The better team won today. " He noted their disjointed play and inability to maintain possession effectively.
Tottenham's defensive lapses have been costly this season, ranking them second in errors leading to goals in the Premier
League. Despite this, Frank refrained from blaming individuals, saying, "Of course, the first two goals are two mistakes, that happens. We need to work to be more consistent. "
The team's current tally of 22 points from 16 matches is their lowest since the 2008-09 season. Fans voiced their displeasure after the game ended. Addressing this reaction, Frank stated that fans' frustration is understandable when performances fall short.
Nottingham Forest manager Sean Dyche praised his team's comprehensive performance against Spurs. "I thought the lads were outstanding from start to finish," he said. Dyche highlighted their effective pressing and overall quality on display during the match.
Forest's victory over Spurs marks their third consecutive win against them and moves them five points clear of relegation danger. Dyche emphasised the importance of building a strong squad mentality and commended his players for executing it well.
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Frank reiterated the need for collective responsibility within the team: "We are in it together, we win together and lose together. " He acknowledged the irritation stemming from their inconsistent performances but remained focused on improvement.
As Tottenham seeks to regain form, addressing defensive vulnerabilities will be crucial for future success. Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest aims to build on this momentum as they continue their campaign with renewed confidence.
