Tottenham Hotspur are once again moving upwards in Opta’s Supercomputer prediction table, showing steady progress under Thomas Frank despite their latest 2-2 draw against Brighton.
What began as a season filled with modest expectations has quickly transformed into a campaign that now carries genuine optimism for Spurs supporters, and the numbers from Opta reflect that shift.
At the start of the campaign, the algorithm did not have much faith in Tottenham’s chances. Back then, they were predicted to finish as low as fourteenth in the Premier League table, with a points tally just under 48.
For a club of Tottenham’s stature, that would have been a disappointing outcome, one far below the ambitions of the players, the new manager, and of course, the fans.
Yet football is rarely predictable, and the opening months of the season have rewritten the script.
The early performances under Frank have injected belief into the squad. Tottenham began putting together results that caught the attention of both pundits and statisticians.
Following their victory over West Ham, Opta’s Supercomputer adjusted its outlook and upgraded Spurs’ predicted finish to eighth place.
That alone was a clear sign of how much progress had been made in such a short time. But after the draw with Brighton, the figures have shifted once more, showing that even when points are dropped, Tottenham are still heading in the right direction.
Against Brighton at the Amex, Tottenham found themselves in a difficult position early on. Falling behind by two goals, it looked like the game might slip away.
Yet the team’s resilience and spirit were on full display as they fought back to secure a point. Frank himself described the performance as the most complete display of his side so far, a reflection of how much the group has improved in terms of tactical discipline and mental toughness.
While some players and fans may have left the stadium feeling slightly frustrated that all three points weren’t taken, the bigger picture is far more encouraging.
The revised prediction now places Tottenham in seventh place, with an expected points total of around 56.5.
Even more intriguing is the chance assigned to them for Champions League qualification, which stands at just over 18 percent.
On paper, that number might not sound particularly high, but when compared to the position they were expected to finish in just a few months ago, it represents a remarkable turnaround.
Naturally, Spurs supporters may feel that the Supercomputer is underestimating their chances.
Watching the team this season, especially the defensive improvement and the collective energy brought by Frank, has given them reason to believe that fourth place or higher is not beyond reach.
Fans are beginning to dream, and even though the algorithm remains cautious, the optimism inside the Tottenham camp cannot be ignored.
Frank himself has not been overly concerned with the predictions. He has emphasized that he does not spend time looking at the table this early in the campaign, preferring instead to focus on performances and growth.
Yet he also acknowledged the importance of belief among supporters, noting that the fans are right to dream given the strides the team has made. That connection between expectation and performance is powerful, and Tottenham seem to be feeding off it.
The narrative surrounding Spurs has shifted dramatically since the summer. What once looked like a season of rebuilding is quickly becoming one of opportunity.
The statistics may still place them on the edge of European football rather than firmly in the Champions League spots, but momentum is building.
Each match brings further evidence that the team is growing stronger, and each result, whether a win or a draw, is gradually reshaping outside perceptions.
If Tottenham continue on this path, it may not be long before Opta’s predictions begin to align more closely with the dreams of their supporters.
For now, seventh place represents a significant rise from fourteenth, but the hunger inside the club suggests that settling there will not be enough.
With Thomas Frank guiding the team and the players buying into his vision, Spurs appear determined to keep climbing.
The season is still long, and challenges remain, but Tottenham have already proven one thing beyond doubt: they are far stronger than many expected, and they are not finished surprising people yet.
