Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank has urged his side to harness the momentum from their 2-0 Champions League victory over Borussia Dortmund as they look to reverse their poor domestic form.
The win at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium came at a crucial time for Frank, who has faced mounting pressure following a 2-1 home defeat to West Ham that left Spurs languishing in 14th place in the Premier League.
European Success vs Domestic Struggles
Despite their league woes, Spurs have been impressive in Europe. The victory over Dortmund marked their fourth consecutive Champions League home win, lifting them into fourth place in the group stage and within reach of the last 16.
Saturday’s upcoming clash against Burnley, who are winless in 13 league games, could prove decisive for Frank’s future. Failure to secure three points may still see the manager’s tenure cut short.
Frank’s Rallying Call
Speaking to TNT Sports after the match, Frank emphasized the importance of carrying the energy from Europe into domestic fixtures:
“We need to bring this win and this performance into momentum. We need to go to Burnley, we need to perform and we need to win.”
The contrast between the fan unrest following the West Ham defeat and the jubilant atmosphere against Dortmund was stark. Spurs supporters were buoyed by a strong start, with Cristian Romero opening the scoring before Dortmund’s Daniel Svensson was sent off. Dominic Solanke, making his first start after an injury-hit campaign, added the second goal to seal the victory.
A Night to Remember
Frank praised both the team’s aggressive approach and the fans’ unwavering support:
“Especially first half you felt that there could be a special night. I think the fans were absolutely great and they’re really behind the team, so I’m very happy with that.”
While acknowledging that Spurs struggled to maintain possession in the second half, Frank stressed the importance of simply getting over the line given their recent home record.
Looking Ahead
Tottenham now turn their attention to Eintracht Frankfurt in next week’s final round of group fixtures. A victory would secure a top-eight finish and guarantee progression to the knockout stages.
For Frank, however, the immediate focus remains on Burnley. With his job potentially on the line, the match could define whether Spurs’ European form can finally spark a revival in the Premier League.
