Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank has breathed new life into his beleaguered career after pulling off an audacious surprise in their Champions League victory over Borussia Dortmund. The Tottenham boss had been left reeling from a disastrous 4-1 defeat to West Ham on Saturday, and with his job hanging precariously in the balance, Frank knew he had to take a bold gamble.
In a move that would have raised eyebrows even among the most adventurous of managers, Frank opted for a 3-4-2-1 formation, pitting Djed Spence against Dortmund's left flank. The gamble was not without its risks, as many assumed it was a one-and-done situation, with the likelihood of another crushing defeat hanging over his head like a sword of Damocles.
However, Frank's decision to stick with this unorthodox setup proved to be inspired, as Tottenham dominated possession and controlled the tempo of the game. The visitors' attacking quartet, led by Wilson Odobert and Xavi Simons in midfield, tore into Dortmund's defense, leaving them reeling at every turn.
While it was still a 2-0 victory for Spurs, the manner of the win lent an air of confidence to Frank's team, and hinted that they were on the cusp of something special. With his team playing with tempo and incision, it was clear that Tottenham had finally found a formula to unlock their opponents.
This surprise win may prove to be Frank's lifeline, as he navigates the treacherous waters of Spurs' Champions League campaign. While the road ahead is still fraught with peril, Europe could yet shield him from the sack, allowing him to regroup and reassess his team's fortunes before facing the daunting task of trying to outdo their Premier League counterparts in the months that follow.
For Frank, this win represents a testament to his unorthodox approach and willingness to take calculated risks. The Spurs boss has shown bravery in sticking with his guns, even when the odds were stacked against him. And it could just be enough to give him another chance to prove himself as Tottenham's manager – at least until mid-March, when the next round of Champions League ties come around.
In a move that would have raised eyebrows even among the most adventurous of managers, Frank opted for a 3-4-2-1 formation, pitting Djed Spence against Dortmund's left flank. The gamble was not without its risks, as many assumed it was a one-and-done situation, with the likelihood of another crushing defeat hanging over his head like a sword of Damocles.
However, Frank's decision to stick with this unorthodox setup proved to be inspired, as Tottenham dominated possession and controlled the tempo of the game. The visitors' attacking quartet, led by Wilson Odobert and Xavi Simons in midfield, tore into Dortmund's defense, leaving them reeling at every turn.
While it was still a 2-0 victory for Spurs, the manner of the win lent an air of confidence to Frank's team, and hinted that they were on the cusp of something special. With his team playing with tempo and incision, it was clear that Tottenham had finally found a formula to unlock their opponents.
This surprise win may prove to be Frank's lifeline, as he navigates the treacherous waters of Spurs' Champions League campaign. While the road ahead is still fraught with peril, Europe could yet shield him from the sack, allowing him to regroup and reassess his team's fortunes before facing the daunting task of trying to outdo their Premier League counterparts in the months that follow.
For Frank, this win represents a testament to his unorthodox approach and willingness to take calculated risks. The Spurs boss has shown bravery in sticking with his guns, even when the odds were stacked against him. And it could just be enough to give him another chance to prove himself as Tottenham's manager – at least until mid-March, when the next round of Champions League ties come around.
Thomas Frank has got some serious guts to stick with that 3-4-2-1 formation and it really paid off! The way Tottenham dominated possession and tore into Dortmund's defense was insane 
I mean, we've seen some crazy comebacks in sports before, but this one is up there 
It's like Frank knew exactly what he needed to do to shake things up and get his team back on track. And let's be real, 2-0 might not be the most convincing scoreline, but it's a win nonetheless 
This shows that Frank isn't afraid to think outside the box (or in this case, try out a weird formation 
) and it's refreshing to see. Can't wait to see how Spurs continue their Champions League campaign!
Thomas Frank's unorthodox tactics might've raised some eyebrows, but it seems they paid off in a big way! It's like he took a deep breath and said "you know what? I trust my team and this system" 
And you know what? It worked! The 3-4-2-1 formation was a risk, but it looked so smooth out there 
️ Wilson Odobert and Xavi Simons were on fire 
. This win gives Frank a second chance to prove himself, and I'm all for giving him that 
I'm loving this turn of events for Spurs! Frank's willingness to take risks and stick with his guns is what sets him apart from other managers, and it paid off in a big way tonight 
. The 3-4-2-1 formation was pure genius, and it's clear that Tottenham finally have a system that clicks 
. It's about time they started playing to their strengths and dominating games like this 
. Bring on the next round of Champions League ties! 
. He went with that 3-4-2-1 formation and it was pure genius 
. I mean, people thought he was crazy for putting Djed Spence against Dortmund's left flank, but it paid off in the end 
. And let's be real, 2-0 is still an awesome result 
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espeshally the midfield duo of wilson odobert & xavi simons were TO. MUCH 
but this win is proof he's got a plan & it's working 
hope this momentum carries over into their premier league games 
, but it all worked out in the end! Now we'll see if this new found confidence translates into the Premier League... fingers crossed for Spurs 
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. Tottenham finally looked like they were playing with confidence and unity, which is a massive boost for Frank and the team 
. It's gonna be interesting to see if this momentum carries over into their next games 
. It's amazing how much pressure can come down on someone in their job, but it looks like Frank took that challenge head-on.
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frank must be genius or just completely insane lol either way spurs are on the rise and europa league Shield could just save his job 
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the 3-4-2-1 formation was SO random but like it actually worked?? i feel like he's finally got his mojo back after that west ham debacle 
anyway i'm low-key hoping spurs make a deep run in the champions league this season 
But now, with this win under his belt, I'm keeping an eye on him - could we see a Spurs resurgence? 
still got to prove himself over the rest of the season though