Thomas Frank has played down concerns over Tottenham\u2019s recent form, insisting the team\u2019s performances have been stronger than their results might suggest.<\/p>\n
Spurs secured a gritty 1\u20130 victory away at Crystal Palace on Sunday, a result that marked just their second Premier League win in nine outings. Despite that run, the win lifted Tottenham up to 11th in the table, leaving them only four points adrift of Chelsea in fifth \u2014 a gap that underlines how tight the Premier League race has been this season.<\/p>\n
The outcome has eased some of the pressure on Frank, particularly with Tottenham now holding the best away record in the division. The head coach believes this is a clear sign that his side are progressing, even if the league table does not yet fully reflect it.<\/p>\n
Frank argued that Spurs\u2019 recent performances have shown a level of consistency that has not always been rewarded with points. He highlighted last weekend\u2019s clash with Liverpool as an example, noting that Tottenham were competitive for long spells despite being reduced to fewer players for much of the match.<\/p>\n
Speaking about Spurs\u2019 upward trajectory, Frank suggested that the team\u2019s work rate and overall structure have improved in recent weeks. He stressed that while not every aspect of their play has been perfect, the foundations are clearly being laid.<\/p>\n
Asked whether Champions League qualification is now a realistic target given Spurs\u2019 proximity to the top five, Frank pointed to the steady improvement in performances rather than focusing solely on the table. He explained that Tottenham have delivered four strong displays in their last five matches, including the defeat to Liverpool, and described the Palace win as another step forward built on hard work and discipline. According to the Dane, the next challenge is to sharpen the attacking output and continue progressing gradually.<\/p>\n
One area where Frank feels Tottenham have gained a clear advantage is from set-pieces. Archie Gray\u2019s winner at Selhurst Park was Spurs\u2019 ninth goal from a dead-ball situation this season, underlining the impact of Frank\u2019s focus on that phase of play. The 52-year-old praised his players for fully embracing the importance of set-pieces, noting that they can often decide tight matches at the highest level.<\/p>\n
Frank emphasized that every team must find a competitive edge, and for Tottenham, set-pieces have become a crucial weapon. He expressed satisfaction with how well-organised the side has become in those moments and reiterated his belief that continued work in this area will keep delivering results as Spurs push forward step by step.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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