The Extra Inch (Spurs Podcast) 2025/26 - Brentford (H) - Nathan & Bardi
Dec 8, 2025
Nathan and Bardi dive into the recent Spurs victory over Brentford, sharing their immediate reactions and capturing the team's momentum. They discuss the implications for Brentford's manager, Thomas Frank, and whether his job is at risk. Using restaurant metaphors, they explore team identity and expectations while praising the performance of Xavi Simons and newcomer Archie Gray. The duo also weighs potential managerial replacements for Frank, sparking an engaging debate that leaves listeners considering the future.
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Pragmatic Middle Ground Emerges
- The Brentford win and Newcastle draw suggest Spurs may have found a pragmatic middle ground under Thomas Frank.
- Windy believes this balance trades flair for consistency and could stabilise results without a dramatic tactical overhaul.
Watching The Match From Colombia
- Windy watched the 3pm kickoff from Colombia and followed his usual pre-match routine before catching the game at home.
- He found the 2-0 win routine and easy, almost disappointed by the lack of drama despite enjoying the result.
Win Driven By Opponent Weakness
- Nathan thinks the win looked more like Brentford being poor than Spurs being excellent.
- Both hosts note Spurs still created chances and managed energy well after taking a 2-0 lead.