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Tottenham fans vent fury after last-gasp Burnley draw
Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank endured another stormy reception from traveling supporters after Cristian Romero's 93rd-minute header salvaged a 2-2 draw against relegation-threatened Burnley at Turf Moor on Saturday.
Fan protests grow louder
Chants of "sideways and backwards everywhere we go" rang out from the away section as Spurs struggled to break down Burnley in the first half. Micky van de Ven's early goal was met with sarcastic cheers of "we're staying up," while the final whistle triggered a chorus of "sacked in the morning" and more explicit jeers directed at Frank.
The Dane has faced mounting pressure since a home defeat to West Ham United, with reports indicating at least one club executive has privately questioned his future.
Romero's late rescue masks defensive frailties
Frank's side dominated possession but squandered multiple chances, allowing Burnley to equalize twice. Axel Tuanzebe's stoppage-time strike and Lyle Foster's second-half goal exposed Spurs' defensive vulnerabilities, with Frank later admitting his team "never, ever, ever" should have conceded such goals. He slammed his fist on the table three times during his post-match interview to emphasize the point.
"You see the game. We do more than enough to win. We just need to defend better in two situations."
Thomas Frank, Tottenham Hotspur manager
Attacking drought deepens crisis
Spurs' lack of firepower was again laid bare, with only Richarlison (eight goals) and Van de Ven (seven) providing consistent threat. The Dutch defender's tally leads all Premier League defenders this season, underscoring the team's reliance on set-piece goals. Romero's late header-his fourth league goal of the campaign-proved crucial but did little to quell fan unrest.
Pundit Ashley Williams criticized the team's second-half collapse, noting Burnley's ease in creating chances. "There's a lack of discipline and focus when Spurs need calmness from their big players," he said.
Champions League reprieve offers temporary relief
Frank's side heads into Wednesday's Champions League clash with Eintracht Frankfurt in better form, having secured a last-16 berth with a win over Borussia Dortmund. However, the contrast between their European and domestic performances has only fueled frustration.
The upcoming fixture list-including matches against Manchester City, Manchester United, Newcastle, and Arsenal-threatens to exacerbate the crisis if results fail to improve.
Club faces critical decision
With internal doubts growing and fan patience wearing thin, Tottenham's hierarchy must decide whether to back Frank through the storm or make a change. A loss in Frankfurt could accelerate the timeline, though the manager insists the solution lies in "calm heads" and incremental progress.
For now, the Dane remains in the eye of a storm that shows no signs of abating.
