Tottenham boss Thomas Frank says his need for a home win will override his feelings for Brentford as he prepares to face his former club.
LONDON: Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank said his need for a home Premier League win will override his feelings for Brentford as he faces his former club on Saturday.
Frank moved across London in June after nine years with the Bees, leading them back to the top flight in 2021.
The Dane is now under pressure due to greater expectations and Tottenham’s poor home form.
Spurs sit 11th in the table, having not won a league game at home since the opening weekend of the season.
They have taken just two points from their last six home Premier League matches.
“I think everyone respects the respect I have got for Brentford and for the fans and everyone before kick-off, after kick-off and after the final whistle,” Frank said on Thursday.
“In the 90 minutes plus, it’s all about one thing and do what we can to win the game.”
He acknowledged the fixture is “a little bit more special” due to his long history with Brentford.
Frank said he had a “fantastic time” during his nine years at the club, which he described as “almost a quarter of my life”.
Tottenham’s poor home form has continued from the final months of Ange Postecoglou’s reign last season.
In total, the club has won only three of its last 21 home league matches.
“It will be a nice timing for us to get the three points on Saturday,” Frank added.
He said the only way to achieve that is to “put a good performance in” and work on being sharper and quicker.
Frank emphasised the need to play with intensity and bravery as he looks forward to the game. – AFP
