Tottenham Hotspur supporters have voiced their anger and disappointment following the club’s latest defeat, accusing manager Thomas Frank of repeating the same tactical mistakes that hindered former boss Ange Postecoglou’s time in charge.
The frustration reached new levels after Spurs’ 2–1 loss to Aston Villa, a result that exposed familiar problems — poor defensive structure, predictable build-up play, and a lack of creativity in the final third. For many fans, it was a painful reminder of the same patterns that led to the team’s decline under Postecoglou.
Social media erupted immediately after the match, with Spurs fans expressing disbelief at what they see as déjà vu under new management. “It’s the same story all over again,” one supporter wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “Frank is making the same mistakes Ange did — no urgency, no ideas, no results. It’s terrible.”
Pundits reviewing the game echoed those frustrations, pointing out that despite Frank’s promises of a more disciplined and balanced approach, Spurs continue to look disconnected and uninspired. His insistence on playing a struggling attacking pair — a decision widely questioned by fans — has drawn particular criticism.
“The team looks stuck between two identities,” said one analyst during the post-match review. “They’re neither pressing with purpose nor defending with composure. It’s almost a mirror image of what we saw under Ange towards the end of his tenure.”
Frank, however, defended his approach in his post-match interview, insisting that progress takes time. “We’re in a rebuilding phase,” he said. “Mistakes are part of the process, but I believe in the direction we’re heading.”
Still, patience among Spurs supporters appears to be wearing thin. Many argue that the club cannot afford another season of “transitional excuses” and are demanding immediate improvement before the situation spirals further.
With tough fixtures ahead, including a crucial home clash against Brighton, the pressure on Thomas Frank is mounting rapidly. Unless significant changes are made soon, Spurs fans fear they may once again be watching a season slip away — just as it did under the previous regime.
