Tottenham coach Thomas Frank is facing mounting pressure after a 3-2 defeat to Bournemouth, exacerbated by a bizarre incident involving an Arsenal-branded cup.
Frank claimed he was unaware of the cup’s origin, saying it’s “normal” for him to grab a cup before games. He dismissed the incident as “a little bit sad” and emphasized he’s focused on football, not logos.
Bournemouth took a 2-1 lead before Joao Palhinha’s bicycle kick gave Tottenham hope. However, Antoine Semenyo’s stoppage-time winner dashed their chances, leaving Frank’s team with just two wins from 12 league games.
The loss prompted heated exchanges between fans and players, with Frank acknowledging that frustration is natural. “Everyone involved in Tottenham, it’s a tough one to take today,” he said, adding that the team’s hard work wasn’t enough.
Semenyo, celebrating his 26th birthday, was hailed as a hero by Bournemouth supporters. His winner was his 10th goal of the season, and he’s on the verge of joining Manchester City.
Frank insisted the team’s performance was good, especially in the second half, but conceded the loss was “extremely painful.” He’s under scrutiny, with some questioning his ability to lead Tottenham.
