The View From The Lane: The Athletic FC's Spurs show Could this be the making of Tel?
Oct 6, 2025
Jay Harris, a football journalist at The Athletic, and Elias Burke, Tottenham Hotspur reporter, dive into Spurs' recent away win at Elland Road. They analyze the remarkable performances of Kudus and Romero, highlighting Tel's evolving striker skills and promising contributions. Discussion includes Udoggi's balance on the left, the atmosphere at the match, and tactical shifts that invigorated the team. Finally, they speculate on Spurs' potential with tough fixtures ahead and offer coaching tips for young talent like Xavi Simons.
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Defensive Foundation Transforms Spurs
- Thomas Frank has rapidly improved Spurs' defensive foundations, turning previous collapses into resilience.
- That defensive solidity underpins better results even when attacking moments are inconsistent.
Tell's Evolution As A Striker
- Matthias Tell showed tangible striker development by arriving in dangerous areas and winning fouls.
- Coaching work with individual coaches has sharpened his instincts and positioning.
Elland Road's Tempestuous Second Half
- Elias described the Elland Road atmosphere as tempestuous after Leeds' equaliser.
- He noted Spurs weathered the storm and regrouped during halftime to regain control.
