The mood around Tottenham Hotspur has taken another hit as they prepare to face Newcastle United at St James’ Park. With pressure already mounting after a difficult run of results, the hours leading up to the match have been filled with tension, confusion and growing frustration among supporters.
Tottenham’s 2-1 defeat to Fulham on Saturday has left many fans questioning the direction of the team under Thomas Frank. The game got away from Spurs almost immediately, with two quick goals inside the opening six minutes putting them in deep trouble.
The second goal in particular caused outrage among the home crowd, as goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario rushed off his line, misjudged the situation and left Harry Wilson free to score from distance. It was a moment that summed up Spurs’ fragile confidence and disjointed performances in recent weeks.
Mohammed Kudus offered hope with a second-half goal, but Fulham’s defence refused to break. The final whistle confirmed Tottenham’s fourth home defeat of the season, and the reaction inside the stadium was tense.
Some supporters directed their anger towards Vicario, booing loudly after the mistake. That sparked a strong, emotional response from Frank, who immediately defended his goalkeeper.
In his post-match interview, the Tottenham boss criticised the fans who booed Vicario, saying he believed that behaviour was unacceptable and not something “true Tottenham fans” would do.
He insisted supporters should get behind the team during the game, arguing there is a time for criticism and a time for unity.
But within 48 hours, Frank appeared to soften his stance. Speaking again ahead of the Newcastle United clash, he reflected on his earlier comments and attempted to take a more balanced tone.
He admitted that defining what makes someone a “true fan” is impossible and that every supporter reacts differently when emotions run high. Frank stressed that regardless of frustrations, Tottenham need all their fans together, pushing in the same direction as they look to turn things around.
However, his shift in tone hasn’t calmed the growing unrest. A rising number of supporters are losing patience, questioning his tactics, team selection and the overall lack of intensity on the pitch.
Many fans have taken to social media to express their anger and disappointment, pointing to repeated mistakes, a lack of urgency and the feeling that performances are getting worse rather than improving.
As Spurs head to St James’ Park, the atmosphere around the club feels unstable, and the pressure on Thomas Frank is increasing.
The next match could play a big part in shaping the mood around Tottenham and determining just how long the manager has to change the direction of the season.
