“We lack the right mindset,” admits Tottenham star in a surprising revelation abroad
Pedro Porro
Porro’s stark warning: “We don’t have the mentality”
Tottenham Hotspur right-back Pedro Porro has issued a blunt assessment of his club’s current mindset following their recent UEFA Champions League performance. In a foreign-language dressing-room interview, Porro stated:
> “We don’t have the mentality, and in this competition, they run over you, and you don’t even realise it.”
He made the comment after Spurs had to rely on impressive defending — including by keeper Guglielmo Vicario — to secure a draw away at AS Monaco, despite giving up 23 shots.
The context behind the message
Tottenham have so far recorded just one win and two draws in their group stage campaign this season.
Porro’s remarks highlight concerns not just about tactics or skill, but about the collective attitude: readiness, consistency, and awareness.
His plea suggests that in elite European competition, basic things like mentality and effort become decisive.
Why it matters
Porro’s candid admission matters for several reasons:
It’s unusual for a player to mention “we don’t have the mentality” publicly—this signals internal concern.
The mentality he refers to can affect results, club culture, and perceptions—especially in Europe where margins are high.
For fans and management, such a statement may trigger reflection: Are there deeper issues in preparation, mindset, leadership?
What next for Spurs?
They’ll need to respond immediately: mindset improvements must translate into sharper performances.
The club’s coaching staff and players must align on what “mentality” means in practical terms – e.g., intensity, concentration, game management.
With the Champions League campaign hanging in the balance, any further drop-off could cost them not only results but also momentum and reputation.
