Tottenham’s defensive problems this season have been highlighted again with statistics showing that Pedro Porro is among the Premier League’s most dribbled-past defenders. For many Spurs supporters, this won’t come as a surprise.
Porro has always been far more effective going forward than he is in a straight one-on-one defensive situation. Under Ange Postecoglou, his weaknesses at the back were easier to overlook because he was regularly involved in attacks, creating chances, delivering crosses, and stepping into midfield with confidence. This season, however, even that part of his game has dipped.
Porro has not scored a single Premier League goal so far, and he has managed only one assist. His crossing, which was once one of his biggest strengths, has been inconsistent and often lacking precision.
Spurs rely heavily on their full-backs to provide width and attacking energy, and when Porro is not delivering in the final third, his defensive flaws naturally attract more attention.
As the team struggles for results, every underperforming area becomes magnified, and Porro’s form has become a talking point among supporters who expected more from him at this stage of the season.
The wider frustration around the club has only added to the scrutiny. Tottenham’s home form in 2025 has been nothing short of shocking. What should be a fortress has turned into a source of anxiety, and fans enter every home match unsure of what their team will produce.
The moment many believed would finally turn the tide came last month against Manchester United. When Richarlison scored late on, it felt like the long wait for a home league win was finally coming to an end.
But Spurs found a way to let it slip, conceding deep into stoppage time and allowing United to escape with a point. The atmosphere inside the stadium after full-time said it all frustration, disappointment, and a sense that this pattern simply refuses to change.
Things got worse when Spurs then lost at home to Fulham. That defeat pushed tensions even higher. The relationship between the players and the fans has become strained, with frustration spilling over from the stands.
Supporters who had shown patience earlier in the season are now demanding answers and improvement, especially with Thomas Frank under pressure to steady the team.
Former Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp has now added his voice to the discussion ahead of the match against Brentford. Speaking to BetVictor, Redknapp said he does not expect Spurs to end their miserable home run this afternoon.
Even though Spurs managed to take a point away at Newcastle recently, he admitted he wasn’t sure how they managed it, given the level of performance. He praised Cristian Romero for his leadership but emphasised that the team’s displays must improve and quickly.
Redknapp believes Brentford, Frank’s former club, will fancy their chances at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, especially after seeing Fulham win there last week. He predicts a 1-1 draw, arguing that the Bees have enough resilience and confidence to walk away with something.
He also noted that Brentford battled hard at Arsenal, even if they were never likely to get a result there, and he feels they will see Spurs as a far more vulnerable side.
Redknapp isn’t the only one predicting another frustrating day for Tottenham. Chris Sutton has also forecast a 1-1 draw, and Paul Merson believes Brentford will earn a point as well.
Merson went even further, warning that anything short of a win will pile huge pressure on Frank at a time when supporters are already restless. With expectations rising and performances dipping, every match feels bigger than the last.
Even Opta’s Supercomputer, which still gives Tottenham the edge, has not reassured many fans. Data may favour Spurs, but form and confidence tell a different story.
The home crowd has watched their team struggle repeatedly throughout 2025, and belief has slowly drained away. It’s difficult for supporters to feel optimistic when every promising moment seems to unravel late in games or through avoidable mistakes.
Porro’s drop in attacking influence, combined with Tottenham’s defensive frailty and poor home record, paints a picture of a team desperately searching for stability. Individual struggles are reflecting the wider issues at the club.
As Spurs prepare to face Brentford, the pressure is growing, and players like Porro will need to rediscover their spark if Tottenham hope to finally give their home fans something to cheer about.
The mood around the club is fragile, and another disappointing result could deepen the concerns already brewing among supporters who have waited far too long for a turning point.
