Spurs ‘cannot win anything’ unless they make this big change – Pundit claims

Steve Nicol has expressed his growing frustration with Tottenham Hotspur, arguing that the team continues to exhibit a glaring weakness under Ange Postecoglou’s management.

Despite the widespread inconsistency seen across the Premier League this season, Nicol believes Tottenham have been among the worst offenders, struggling to find stability in their performances.

Each week, predicting which Spurs side will show up seems impossible. This is the same team that dominated Manchester City and Aston Villa with four goals but also suffered an embarrassing home defeat to Ipswich. With the Premier League table still tightly packed, Spurs risk falling out of the race for a top-four finish as they approach a demanding stretch of fixtures.

Nicol has pinpointed Tottenham’s inability to grind out victories when not at their best as a major flaw. Unlike some of their rivals, the team appears overly reliant on every player performing at full capacity to secure results. This dependency, according to Nicol, is a significant obstacle to achieving success under Postecoglou.

During an appearance on ESPN FC, Nicol remarked that Tottenham lacks the versatility needed to succeed at the highest level. He highlighted Liverpool’s ability to adapt their style to different scenarios as a stark contrast. Nicol emphasized that Postecoglou’s side, in contrast, only knows how to play one way.

He criticized the team for failing to evolve beyond their initial impressive performances, which saw them top the league early in the season. According to Nicol, Spurs can only win when every player gives maximum effort—busting their gut, chasing every ball, and maintaining relentless energy throughout the match.

However, this approach is unsustainable, and Nicol warned that a team relying on perfect conditions to win cannot hope to secure trophies. Winning ugly, he argued, is an essential skill for any successful side, and Tottenham’s inability to do so leaves them vulnerable.

While Tottenham’s inconsistency has drawn criticism, it’s essential to recognize the challenges they face due to an ongoing injury crisis. Missing several key players, the squad has been stretched to its limits.

This lack of depth was evident in recent draws against Roma and Fulham, where Postecoglou had few quality options on the bench to influence the game. The absence of pivotal starters has undoubtedly impacted Tottenham’s performances, and the team desperately needs their injured players to return to full fitness.

Judging Postecoglou harshly for recent results may overlook the broader context of these setbacks. Even with their struggles, the potential for improvement remains. However, to stay competitive in the Premier League, Spurs must find a way to adapt and secure victories even when not at their best. Until then, the inconsistency Nicol highlighted will continue to hinder their progress.