Igor Tudor has openly stated that Tottenham Hotspur's primary goal this season is to avoid relegation from the Premier League. As the team gears up for their Champions League match against Atletico Madrid, they find themselves in a precarious league position, sitting just one point above the relegation zone. This admission comes in the wake of a distressing spell for the club, where they have failed to win any of their last 11 Premier League matches, marking their worst performance in this period since 1975.

Currently, Tottenham sits at 16th place in the Premier League table and is the only team in the league that has not won a match in 2026. Tudor, who took over managerial responsibilities from Thomas Frank, has struggled to make an impact, losing all three of his matches in charge against Arsenal, Fulham, and Crystal Palace. This alarming record has led to increasing rumors about the stability of his position as head coach, causing concern among fans and club officials alike about the future of the team in the top flight.

Facing Atletico Madrid in the Champions League knockout stage adds another layer of pressure for Tudor and the squad. While international competitions typically provide an escape from league struggles, the team must address their domestic woes simultaneously. If Tottenham cannot turn their league form around quickly, their season could spiral, making their Champions League ambitions more challenging to manage, as relegation threats overshadow their efforts on the European stage.