Feb 10 • 22:06 UTC 🇬🇧 UK Telegraph

Ramsey winner eases pressure on Howe and asks further questions of Frank

A critical victory for Newcastle highlights the struggles of Tottenham Hotspur and raises questions about the future of manager Thomas Frank.

The recent match between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur concluded with a crucial 1-0 victory for Newcastle, alleviating some pressure on their head coach, Eddie Howe. Meanwhile, Tottenham's defeat deepens the crisis for manager Thomas Frank, especially in the wake of fans chanting for the club's former coach, Mauricio Pochettino. With Spurs having fallen into a streak of disheartening performances, supporters voiced their frustrations, suggesting a growing concern about the team's prospects for the season.

In the 49th minute, amidst the game’s intensity, Tottenham fans expressed their longing for Pochettino when they sang his name, indicating a clear dissatisfaction with Frank's management. The situation is compounded by the fact that Tottenham now faces the possibility of being dragged into a relegation battle if they do not quickly turn around their form. The chants aimed at Frank, particularly the notorious “You’re getting sacked in the morning” chant, underscore the precarious position he finds himself in, as supporters lose faith in his ability to lead the team effectively.

As Newcastle celebrates their hard-fought victory, the mounting pressure on Frank to deliver results intensifies. The key question remains whether he can find the necessary strategies to reverse Tottenham's poor performance and restore faith among the club's supporters. The expectation for improvement weighs heavily, as fans continue to dream of a return of their beloved Pochettino in what has become a season marked by turmoil for the London club.

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