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

Host Danny Kelly is joined by The Athletic's James Maw and Dan Kilpatrick to discuss Conor Gallagher's arrival from Atlético Madrid, where he might be used in Frank's midfield, his strengths, his weaknesses and how he NEVER gets injured. They also attempt to answer your brilliant questions and chat about a monumentally important game against West Ham on Saturday.HOST: Danny KellyWITH: James Maw, Dan KilpatrickPRODUCER: Tom Fuller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack Pitt-Brooke and Dan Kilpatrick join to dissect Tottenham's future after cup exits. They debate whether the team should focus on youth development or league standings. Jack argues embracing young talents like Bergwijn and Odbear can invigorate the club, while Dan points out the importance of memorable Champions League nights to rally fan support. They also assess the potential impact of upcoming matches on Thomas Frank's job security and share insights on recruitment instability, highlighting concerns about the club's strategic direction.

Elias Burke, a football reporter for The Athletic, Jack Pitt-Brooke, a senior writer concentrating on Spurs, and Jay Harris, reporting live from AFCON in Morocco, dive into the fallout from a tumultuous Bournemouth match. They dissect Christian Romero's cryptic social media post, questioning club accountability. The conversation critiques Thomas Frank's controversial choice of cup and his fit for Spurs. They also pay tribute to Spurs legend Martin Chivers, reflecting on his impact and legacy. Tune in for a blend of analysis and sentiment!

James Maw, a football journalist focusing on Tottenham Hotspur, and Dan Kilpatrick, a commentator and writer for The Athletic, join the discussion following a match against Sunderland. They highlight a promising first half overshadowed by a dismal second half, exploring how tactical shifts and substitutions impacted team performance. The duo criticizes Spurs' reliance on set pieces and discusses frustrating fan reactions. Additionally, they delve into potential managerial candidates and the team's need for improved attacking cohesion as they prepare for their next fixture against Bournemouth.

The hosts tackle the dreary nil-nil draw against Brentford, describing it as one of the worst matches of the year. They discuss Spurs' apparent lack of motivation and intensity. The debate highlights fan frustrations, including boos directed at Thomas Frank. There's chatter about the upcoming transfer window, focusing on Brennan Johnson's future. The conversation also touches on whether Frank's strategies can adapt to Spurs and the implications of potential managerial change as the New Year rolls in.

Host Danny Kelly is joined by The Athletic's James Maw and Jack Pitt-Brooke to review the year of 2025 for Tottenham Hotspur FC, the highlights and lowlights, two hugely significant moments in the club's history: Bilbao and Levyout, Ange Postecoglou's sacking and whether it was deserved, Thomas Frank's impact and what we can expect from the January transfer window.HOST: Danny Kelly WITH: James Maw, Jack Pitt-BrookePRODUCER: Tom Fuller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Danny Kelly is joined by The Athletic's Jack Pitt-Brooke and Dan Kilpatrick to discuss an eventful game against Liverpool at home. They talk officiating, Romero's head-loss, Simons, Spence, Bentancur and much much more.HOST: Danny KellyWITH: Jack Pitt-Brooke, Dan KilpatrickPRODUCER: Tom Fuller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Danny Kelly is joined by The Athletic's Dan Kilpatrick and James Maw to delve deep into the mailbag and do their level best to answer a range of questions spanning from: Who do we sell? Who do we buy? Are Spurs now a mid-table team? Will Frank last? Is Vuskovic the future and how the hell do we avoid festive heartbreak against Liverpool on Saturday.HOST: Danny KellyWITH: James Maw, Dan KilpatrickPRODUCER: Tom Fuller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Danny Kelly is joined by Jay Harris and Jack Pitt-Brooke to discuss another brutal day for Thomas Frank's Spurs side. They chat about Frank, his subs and selection, the lack of attacking coordination, the goals conceded as well as the players and some shocking performances all over the pitch.HOST: Danny KellyWITH: Jay Harris, Jack Pitt-BrookePRODUCER: Tom Fuller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Danny Kelly is joined by Jay Harris and Jack Pitt-Brooke to discuss an eventful evening at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. They talk Slavia Prague's man to man tactics, the penalties and own goal, the return of Mathys Tel, Kudus' performance and Archie Gray becoming a constant in midfield.They also discuss the pride flag, Sonny's return and Nottingham Forest this weekend.HOST: Danny KellyWITH: Jay Harris, Jack Pitt-BrookePRODUCER: Tom Fuller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.