The Athletic FC Podcast Why are Spurs so bad at home?
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Nov 3, 2025 Journalists Adam Crafton and Jack Pitt-Brooke delve into Tottenham Hotspur's home struggles after a disappointing loss to Chelsea. They discuss the team's creativity issues and how a lack of atmosphere may contribute to poor performances. Jack highlights the challenges facing manager Thomas Frank as he transitions from Brentford, while both guests analyze Spurs' reliance on set pieces. With a mid-table prediction, they question the squad's ability to compete across competitions amidst intense scrutiny.
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Performance Worse Than The Score
- Tottenham's 1-0 loss to Chelsea was more concerning for the team's performance than the result itself.
- Jack Pitt-Brooke highlights an XG of 0.05 and a lack of creativity as the real issue at home.
Post‑Match Stare Sparks Online Frenzy
- Adam Crafton recounts varied explanations for the post-match Spence/Van de Ven/Frank interaction and warns against overinterpreting it.
- He points out TV zooming and lip-reading fuel social media stories that may not reflect reality.
Home Form Inverted Versus Away
- Spurs' best performances this season have come away from home while home form is noticeably poor.
- That inversion raises serious questions about confidence and atmosphere at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.