The View From The Lane: The Athletic FC's Spurs show

The Athletic
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Dec 3, 2025 • 53min

Romero's incredible heroics + your emails

The hosts dive into Christian Romero's stunning heroics during the match against Newcastle, celebrating his late goals and pinpointing his leadership on the field. They tackle the VAR controversy surrounding the penalty decision, pondering whether it should be abolished. The discussion extends to Spurs' overall performance and tactical choices, including critiques of player form. Anecdotes of personal game experiences draw listeners in, while debates about booing culture and fan-player dynamics add a spicy layer to the conversation.
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Dec 1, 2025 • 59min

Have the supporters lost the dressing room? + Fulham at home

Dan Kilpatrick, a football writer and analyst for The Athletic, and James Maw, a journalist specializing in Tottenham, dive into the turmoil surrounding Spurs. They discuss the viral moment involving Porro and the potential disconnect between players and fans. The duo critiques Frank's comments about 'real fans' and examines whether the dressing room is compromised. They also analyze Vicario's error and the team's alarming drop in form, pondering what it might take to rebuild and turn the season around.
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Nov 27, 2025 • 57min

Is Kolo Muani the answer to Tottenham's problems in attack?

Danny Kelly is joined by Jack Pitt-Brooke, a senior football writer at The Athletic, and James Maw, a football journalist focused on Tottenham analysis. They dissect the chaotic match against PSG, highlighting Spurs' attacking improvements amidst defensive concerns. Kolo Muani's promising partnership with Richarlison takes center stage, showcasing their link-up play and Muani's composure. They also discuss tactical formations, the importance of home games, and the psychological impacts of second-half collapses, while previewing the crucial fixture against Fulham.
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Nov 24, 2025 • 48min

The full NLD autopsy + PSG away

In this discussion, Jack Pitt-Brooke, an insightful football journalist, Jay Harris, a seasoned football writer, and Dan Kilpatrick, an experienced sports journalist dive deep into Tottenham's troubling defeat at Arsenal. They explore the tactical missteps, player performances, and the implications for Frank's management style. The conversation also covers whether the return of key players can change Spurs' fortunes, the problems with recent recruitment, and strategies for the crucial PSG match. It’s a whirlwind of analysis and opinions on Spurs' ongoing challenges!
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Nov 20, 2025 • 46min

How do Spurs catch up with Arsenal?

In a lively discussion, Jack Pitt-Brooke, Charlie Eccleshare, and Dan Kilpatrick dive into Spurs' journey to catch up with Arsenal. They explore the importance of stable management and strategic recruitment, citing Arsenal's successful patience with Arteta. The trio debates whether securing an elite striker or a dominating midfielder is crucial for Spurs' balance. They also discuss tactical approaches for the upcoming North London derby, calling for a strong defensive strategy to exploit counterattacks.
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Nov 17, 2025 • 45min

Spurs through the transformative 80s with Gareth Dace + International break madness

Gareth Dace, an author and Tottenham historian, shares insights from his book, 'Hot Shot Tottenham,' which explores the club's thrilling 1980s. He delves into iconic players like Glenn Hoddle, the impact of Keith Burkinshaw's management, and the memorable 86-87 season with Clive Allen. James Maw, a reporter for The Athletic, joins to discuss the recent international break, covering injury updates, the Spurs Women's team performance, and thoughts on Thomas Tuchel's controversial comments regarding club dynamics.
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Nov 13, 2025 • 55min

What are Tottenham right now?

Joined by Jack Pitt-Brooke, a writer and Spurs analyst, and Dan Kilpatrick, a journalist focused on Tottenham, the discussion dives into the club's current identity crisis. They examine how Tottenham's status has shifted post-Levy era and the rising competition from clubs like Villa and Newcastle. The guests debate the ambitions Spurs should hold, balancing between trophy wins and Champions League qualifications. With a focus on squad evaluation and recruitment strategies, they explore the path forward for the team’s future success.
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Nov 10, 2025 • 52min

Thrilling last gasp goals against Man Utd at home

Join Jack Pitt-Brooke, a football writer for The Athletic, and Jay Harris, a dedicated Tottenham observer, as they dive into an electrifying match against Manchester United. They discuss Richarlison's crucial goal and the emotional rollercoaster of the late comeback, weighing whether it was a hard-earned point or a missed opportunity. Tactical insights on substitutions, player performances, and the team's inconsistent home form add depth to their analysis. Plus, they tackle the implications of Kolo Muani's injury and the importance of fan engagement.
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Nov 5, 2025 • 48min

Fun chaos returns to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium vs FC Copenhagen

Host Danny Kelly is joined by The Athletic's James Maw & Jack Pitt-Brooke to dissect a truly chaotic and wonderfully fun evening at home in the Champions League last night. They discuss all of the goals, the many missed chances, the red card and pick out some of their favourite individual performances.They also preview Man Utd on Saturday.HOST: Danny KellyWITH: Jack Pitt-Brooke, James MawPRODUCER: Tom Fuller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 3, 2025 • 52min

Another dismal performance against Chelsea + should we be worried?

Dan Kilpatrick, a football journalist known for his in-depth match analysis, and James Maw, a tactical reporter at The Athletic, dissect Tottenham's dismal performance against Chelsea. They explore the impotent attack, bad squad balance due to injuries, and tactical overcorrection from previous regimes. The discussion touches on the crowd's growing frustration, the poor execution of set-pieces, and the fallout from an incident involving players ignoring their manager. They also preview an upcoming crucial match against Copenhagen.

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