Under-fire Tottenham boss Thomas Frank is well aware of the need to win over the club’s disgruntled fans and knows victories are the key. Spurs host a side on Saturday whose head coach is equally feeling the heat in Nuno Espírito Santo's relegation-threatened West Ham. “Of course it’s important, it’s very important (because) connecting is key,” said Frank, whose side are 14th in the Premier League. “All the interaction I’ve had with Spurs fans has been top, I cannot praise them enough. Frank added: “I think it’s a very good sign of it.

Source: Irish Examiner January 17, 2026 12:00 UTC