Do we really want our Tottenham back or should something better be built?

[@dominicfischer539]

Ali, spot on once again. In a way, this IS Spurs. Only Spurs can gift two winless teams their first win while defeating them would have meant a real boost in the table. What we need is to get rid of this literal spursiness, this weird DNA that seems to be sticking to the club - and this is the opposite of getting rid of Postecoglou. If in recent years, one man seemed to have it all to make this club into what we want it to be, it's Ange. We don't need our Tottenham back, we need our Tottenham, full stop. A team that actually competes on a regular basis while playing good football. Which takes time, but we'll be there.

[@mikechase7448]

Cheers Ali - constructive as usual. I genuinely think that Ange is the guy for the job, regardless of our poor results. I have to question the players mind-sets, this is now a priority. We have seen this over and over again at our club, and I wonder if there is a problem with the backroom staff not giving the players a tough time when they are not performing up to the required standard. The top 4 looks rocky ..... but that said, we're only 3 points away from 3rd position with a better goal difference and only 6 points from runners-up !!! Come on guys, sort yourselves out.

[@RJHS67]

Jol, Redknapp, Poch, Mourinho, Conte, Ange.... are they all rubbish managers? I don't think so! The problems at Spurs are higher up.

[@PHILDEBEAST]

It’s also the players they buy. Solanke will score goals but won’t take the team to the next level. Brennan Johnson is not a £40m+ player. Romero is probably trying to engineer a move to Barca or Real Madrid. Ange needs a plan b as the high press doesn’t work on all teams. Levy and the board need to do one and sell up to someone who doesn’t see the club as a cash cow.

[@adzy166]

Nuno too

[@johnmccrea7094]

This clubs problems lies squarly on the shoulders of levy. Our recruitment policy is awful we buy players with weak mentalities,defenders who cant defend,attackers who cant score. How is it other clubs such as brighton with smaller budgets can get their recruitment spot on

[@N17Stu]

Yeah did u see how levy missed that 1 on 1 yesterday? Or the sitter he missed in the CL final?

[@carlosfandango6255]

Angela is a crap manager

[@juzenuts]

100% agree with you. Am tired of supporting this club, it’s emotionally draining. No matter which mgr we hire, it’s same old same old, bar a few glimpses of enjoyment under ENICs tenure (Jol, Redknapp, Poch). When is the last time we bought a marquee player? Levy reminds me of, in NFL analogy, like the NY Giants. 3rd richest franchise in the NFL and no consistency over the years, bar 3 good seasons in 25 years. Until there’s a change in ownership or the philosophy, nothing constructive will happen.

[@elspurso]

Can I make a serious point about the team yesterday. It was basically other than Solanke a team that could have been picked last season, even the subs that were used were part of last season's ultimate disappointment. So although we have made the squad younger and increased its depth for the future, we have failed to massively improve the starting 11 or first 14, as it's basically the same as last season. So if you pick the exact same players as last season, employ exactly the same tactics as last season why are we then surprised when they are as inconsistent as last season and fail again like last season?

[@cossiethomas791]

I knew we would lose after 10 minutes. Casual approach, passing ball back constantly , no intensity, no urgency , nobody ( in 1st half) going 1 on 1 down the line . AP not berating players for this early approach. No leaders in that team just a title - pointless . Only Bentancur, Solanke and Timo yesterday showed the drive needed. Bentancur taken off, he's scored , playing well- Why? Useless performance for no reason again

[@altair8598]

@@cossiethomas791 yellow cards accumulating for Bentancur, probably.

[@brad9406]

I am a die hard spurs fan. Hard to watch again. Not sure where we are going .

[@christiansmith6451]

I showed my podcast to my grandfather, who was in the field of advertisement and news reporting for his whole career. he admired your ability to talk for such a long time and have it be as organized and understandable as it is. this is my favorite thing about this podcast is how calm, organized, and detailed you are for such a long time. he said you've got a rare talent, and I agree

[@AlasdairGoldjournalist]

Thank you to you both. That's very kind.

[@SamKA89]

Our set pieces both ends of the pitch are dreadful.

[@N17Stu]

@@SamKA89 nah, we only conceded 2 maybe 3 from set pieces. Going forward could be improved, but scoring goals isn’t really our problem. We give too many goals away. That’s the problem.

[@3CHIPS212]

Last 39 games: 17W 5D 17L Ange ball is fraud

[@julesbrunton1728]

@@SamKA89 after a game when we didn't concede from set pieces but did score from one that somehow comes across as a pathetic comment

[@jasonimbert2951]

Very keen & in need for this therapy Ali! I hate how predictably bad we so often are!! We never miss an opportunity to miss an opportunity!!

[@pippyfari]

I believe in Ange. He will crack this, and he will do it well. One thing we should consider, inconsistency is a growing trend, Villa, City, Arsenal, all showing signs of a lack of consistency. Spurs have European football for the 1st time in a few years, we've alread had more cup games this season than last, and on top of that, we have to consider how the nations league does not help anyone .... so lets not panic about this. We could be facing a PL season with a massive drop off in form for most teams, and in my opinion, thats the time to stay resolute, don't go sacking people, don't go blaming, hold your nerve and trust in Ange and the kids. It will come!

[@frozenice61]

@@pippyfari trust in ange and the kids it takes a lot more than that we're not going forward at all ange is out of his depth sadly I wanted him to well I really did but one hope is Europa as it's shite compared to CL

[@nicksundae5499]

w mentality

[@spencerbates5030]

Some great valid points and very well put....I'm with you, now's not the time to hit the panic button. Some of our fickle fans want instant success and unless you have unlimited funds and sneaky ways around FFP, it just doesn't work like that! COYS 💙

[@frozenice61]

@@spencerbates5030 its not about instant success ithat fans are upset at its weak mentality going behind in every game not adapting to away games ,not winning away not winning games that we should bad at defending set pieces. and more besides

[@andykyriakides2144]

Yup , taking Spence out of the European squad , to have FOUR keepers , is incosistency .

[@deloford]

The crosses were abysmal, their keeper caught most of them so easily. Do they not practice kicking balls?

[@jaedon7446]

I’ve been so positive and lenient with results over the last year. This was the first game i was really disappointed. Everything was in our favor and we could have gone 3rd with a win. This is why Tottenham is talked about the way they are with the media. It feels like we take 1 step forward and then 2 steps back every year.

[@papertrex3673]

Thanks Ali as always. I think you are spot on 2:44 the player seem to think they are better than most teams and ease off? We have to play with the mindset that every game is an uphill battle. I’ve stayed hopeful about our league performance. But after this, I don’t care where we end up. We just need to address this issue even if we finish 15th.

[@harveyburgess1898]

Ally, another marvellous video, thank you. I am 63 and feel blessed that I was around to watch our 1980's halcyon days. We finished 10th in both 1981 and 1991, our FA Cup winning seasons and 8th in 1984, our UEFA Cup winning seasons - the three best experiences of my over 50 years of going to The Lane. And yet, according to the wishes and priorities of a majority of current Spurs fans, Burkinshaw, our manager in each of those seasons, who oversaw relegation in his first season, would have been sacked before he had ever had a chance to lead us to so much glory. Let us finish 10th this season and win a pot, it's only one season for God's sake!!! I may be old school but I cannot abide modern football's obsession with the top 4, reinforced by nearly every journalist. What say you?

[@delhaen]

What a video title to see right as I get ready for bed…Alasdair you know how to keep me awake an extra hour

[@BelgianHotspur]

Hi Ali , thanks for badly needed therapy. The other thing that really bugs me is that we rested our best team and lost in Istanbul S a result. Then those players serve that up? I can only imagine how furious Ange must be. I like that he’s protecting the players publicly but for me this is on them ! 💯

[@smokehousestu9614]

Alasdair, this is one of your best vids. The underlying emotion as a fan really shone through, but your sensibilities of an excellent reporter gives a well balanced report. Thank you.

[@danielfernandes4580]

Im speechless after last night’s performance. As you correctly stated we always get spursy when a win would get us in the top 4. Shocking display from the players and Ange, is he just too stubborn to make changes. We played pressing soccer only in the last 10 mins when we we’re looking for the equaliser. Bentacur and Solanke only player’s who put in a shift. Ange as he rightly said should take the blame for this toothless performance but he needs to do something about it. The number of time Romero and Draigusin were passing the ball to each other showed how clueless we were. Will the real Tottenham please stand up, please stand up, please stand up….

[@3CHIPS212]

Last 39 games: 17W 5D 17L Ange ball is fraud

[@Tuan-FistofFury]

@@3CHIPS212 how about the players not showing up? It's clear that you don't like Ange

[@DavidWilliamsDenmark]

I think the best football was Harry’s Modric team - and then the Poch team. Football under Ange when they are at it - is great, but for me too open.

[@roboi2241]

Can't win games with devastating 20 minute spells, maybe 1 in 5 when the forwards are clinical, if the other 70 minutes always favor the opposition and that 20 minute spell only produces skied shots and scuffed shots straight at the goalie then we'll lose every time by the odd goal, it's become a pattern now

[@kasinathar1874]

Respect to Mr Gold. Always reasonable and never changes the tune.

[@kingsleycy3450]

The disappointed dad talk we were all dreading

[@Fl01892]

Hurts me to say but I THINK Romero is a liability :(((

[@Andy-y7y]

I remember in 1964 , Spurs the reigning European cup winners , and top of the league , were playing Blackpool at home who were rock bottom , the players took the game for granted , performed dismally , and got thumped 3-1 . This is not a new thing for Spurs , the term Spursy wasn’t born yesterday .

[@julesbrunton1728]

@@Andy-y7y yeah a game result from 50 years ago is totally relevant 🤣 and fans wonder why this club is going nowhere

[@Andy-y7y]

@ it was the first time of many that I saw it , when did you see it first ?

[@zorbathegeek]

@@julesbrunton1728 you've completely missed the point. Congratulations!

[@scholesaro4827]

It’s the inconsistency for me. I literally knew we was gonna loose to Ipswich before we even kicked off. That’s spurs for you, I’m sure 80% of the fan base was not surprised we lost that’s the crazy thing about it 😩😩

[@paulbartholomew3334]

Fantastic analysis from around 40 minutes onwards. Absolutely spot on. I live in Melbourne these days but saw my first Spurs game in 1974, Martin Chivers et al and my absolute hero Pat Jennings. But over those 50 years Spurs have largely been rubbish. They were mid-table at best for almost 15 years prior to Jol and Redknapp. So let’s be realistic. Levy has built an amazing stadium but has presided over a period of total mediocrity apart from when he lucked out with Poch. To chuck out Ange now, or before it’s had a decent amount of time to succeed or otherwise, is just going back to the same old process and we’ll be stuck on this endless doom loop of temporary success but ultimate failure.

[@altair8598]

As usual Ali you offer soothing balm and empathy with the supporters . You are objectively critical, not going over the top (I get fed up with the 'Ange out' or various players 'out' after each disappointment - they have the attention spans of gnats). Somehow teams like Liverpool have a continuity culture which Spurs have lacked for years. To be realistic we are going to average one or two injuries or suspensions per game so Ange will never have all the resources he'd like for any particular match. The squad needs further reinforcements. In terms of points, win-loss-win- loss is better than four draws says I, trying to look on the bright side...and for my sanity I must try to apply Kipling's maxim that one 'should meet triumph and disaster and treat those two imposters just the same' which is very necessary when following Spurs.

[@andrewgregory1543]

After 24 years,, fans are either deluded or naive to think anything will ever change under Daniel Levy!

[@melmo7282]

Thank you for how you began this cuz all I thought watching the match was this is what we always do regardless of who the manager has been

[@stuartmunro7095]

Thanks for doing these Mr Gold. It been said many times but they feel cathartic.

[@neilcalton]

Wow Alasdair that was a sigh to end all sighs but thoroughly justified. Anyway, thanks for posting a video so soon after the game and getting it out of our minds as quickly as possible. Totally unacceptable performance in a game where a win would have put us third. It feels like too many of the players do not care enough and to use the old cliché are not playing for the badge. A lot of supporters used to criticise players like Dier, Skipp, Winks and Tanganga as not being talented enough and could not wait to see them leave the club but I do not think those players would have performed so weakly as those on the pitch on Sunday. I bet that Southampton cannot wait for December 15th to play us and receive their Christmas present.

[@YIDARMY08]

It’s simple those who spend big, win big. We buy mid tier garbage and we get mid tier football.

[@jiellwood]

There comes a time where I think we can’t be the butt of anymore jokes, there’s no more jokes left but nope Spurs always find a way to embarrass me more 🤣

[@Nomad-wv4oe]

Are we a training club for internationals .ROMERO

[@DarrellGregory]

Once again, Spurs never waste an opportunity to waste an opportunity.

[@RJHS67]

Let's get real... the Spurs squad is simply not good enough, it hasn't been good enough for years! And the club's culture/mentality is an acceptance of mediocrity!

[@salimalam400]

Thank you Alasdair for a good measured analysis which does not shy away from some uncomfortable truths about the team not giving its all against mediocre opposition. My worry is who the leaders in the dressing room are; they should be addressing this shouldn't they. There is only so much the manager can do.

[@mikechase7448]

Yes, I was there back in the Bill Nick days and was fortunate enough to live near the Lane and go to games with my uncle .... days I will never forget for so many reasons.

[@daddacooper1981]

Oh Ali, the sigh is how I feel. I went to the game yesterday through my work, so I was fortunate to sit in the South stand, but I had a feeling that Spurs would gift Ipswich their FIRST win of the season. 😢😢 My wife, kids and in-laws all support Ipswich and oh did I tell you, I live and work Ipswich, I'm tempted to call in sick. Couldn't make it up. I'm seething with Dr Tottenham, look forward to your video, thank you Ali 😭😭😭

[@bobp4]

I was there and our crossing and shooting were dreadful, apart from one corner. Every other cross went straight into Muric hands, unchallenged, or overhit. Blame lies at both players and coaching staff. I always look for a positive but I'm really struggling after that. As always though, COYS.

[@skitzmixv9]

we go again! /s

[@roberto_camp]

Good points about the bench: Spence, Richarlson, Odobert, Gray, Bergval and Moore should all be making contributions to the Premier League games at this point. Some are injured but others are simply not being used.

[@IanBallingerGC]

I really don't like the noise about Ange's position. We all knew this rebuild was going to take time and it's proving to be. We are better and showing so much more than we have in recent seasons. All these injuries to the forwards are killing us and leave us flogging Dom and Brennan in every game, and we have to suck that up until it changes. The new we're all craving will be delivered if we back our man and give it the time required for this monumental change

[@stuartmunro7095]

Why can’t we put out a balanced team? Why can’t we adjust mid-game, when a team out passes us or parks the bus? Why can’t we roll our sleeves up and match a so-called lesser team’s intensity? Why can’t we remind ourselves that we are one game away from fucking up? I want a team that can both attack and defend. ANY team knows we will attack 95% of the time, leaving space for anyone who can beat our press. They also know that our corners come to nothing, yet we can be bullied at their corners, like we’ve only just started playing the game. Ange needs to take a long hard look at himself. If this carries on, I expect him gone next year.

[@paulturner9542]

Spurs have conceded the 5th least amount of goals this season, the most goals this season. Conceded the same as City and scored more than city. In game changes happen, you just don’t see it. What else have you got?

[@julesbrunton1728]

@@paulturner9542 I'll give them an hour before they mention defending set pieces 🤣

[@susanwilcox1783]

Alasdair, thank you for this very accurate post mortem. Moreover, I really appreciate your closing remarks on wanting the team to continue to build on creating stability. I strongly agree with you. This team is so painful to love!

[@michaelknight4424]

I’m afraid with Johnson Ali is if he thinks he’ll get hurt he won’t make the challenge which was the case in this incident and has been evident at other times.

[@blackjackmaestro6505]

For the first goal johnson acted like a little girl scared of a ghost, it was absolutely pathetic

[@RobertKnight-i2s]

Thanks AG. Once again you’ve completely nailed it! You know how to share our pain and give us some optimism. Listening to you whilst watching rerun of Arsenal v Chelsea - plenty of ready made talent on display in this one!

[@Jackbell1407]

really needed this Ali…needed tottenham based therapy

[@Design2winLew]

Thank you for the vid Ali . Think for everyone it's becoming difficult to watch Spurs as the performances are so erratic . This is not a new thing and you can go all the way back to 1991 to find good performances on a regular basis . It's not even a ENIC Levy thing as that is way before them . Without question the squad needs to improved expanded as well as bringing through the younger players . Can't help but feel that some of the players we have are not quite good enough to be the first choice week in week out for example Maddison .

[@garethmacginty6182]

Thank you for the immediate reaction video. Why do we keep falling into this pattern no matter the manager or playing style?

[@micksnee8028]

No leadership on the pitch ( not since Holjberg ) - no inspiration from the sidelines with manager hands in pocket, the look of the grim reaper and no instructions coming from him !

[@allanblake5236]

Good day sir Gold. I guess you needed the therapy as much as we do and have to release all the frustrations. Was a bit taken aback when I went on KZbin and saw video upload 8 minutes ago. I started o watch but of course sleep took me. Thanks for the analysis and for providing us with the therapy that Dr. Spurs did not provide for its supporters. I just find it incredulous that Spurs season after season don't have the ability to seize opportunities, and keeps providing these 'pundits' with talking points and those 'supporters' who keeps calling for the heads of everyone with their reasons for doing so. I want to watch a Spurs that I can feel satisfied, even if they lose a match, that they played hard, they tried. As supporters we have to continue seeing the merits of the current program. COYS!!

[@johnfarrelly9060]

Sonny’s crosses were a pale imitation of his heyday with Harry prowling around the area. Thanks for your insights and analysis Ali- top notch as always 🙂

[@Leon-Noir]

One of your best yet Ali, thanks so much for doing this. You are spot on with your message. What do we want from our club. It has to have stability to succeed. We must not have another rebuild.

[@susannearnold1636]

Thank you Alasdair, for your balanced and fair comments. We really need you!! Go Ange!! COYS!!

[@fourtwo7612]

Great video Ali. I’d like you to ask Postecoglu if he thinks the players actually want to play for him, because it sure doesn’t look that way. Shameful performance.

[@IsleOfWight18]

Really struggling to keep picking myself up after these performances. That said, thank you as ever for the video Ali 🙏

[@christopherchristos7275]

We're going backwards under Ange.

[@rowancarreira2826]

Something broke inside me after this game. I have genuinely lost hope we'll ever take the next step. Fighting for top 6 and a cup final is the best we'll do for a long while I fear. There's a direct correlation between money spent and player wages with league success, and with Chelsea Newcastle out there in addition to the Scum, City and a newly responsible United, and us seemingly never building a complete squad or having any heart or mental resilience, I don't have much hope.

[@yeeticussmauf6894]

vid title is exactly the question that needs asking. thank you for this ali :)

[@fredanipah]

This is what total rebuild is about. We will experience a lot of pain before the glory. Credit to Ange. He has laid a good foundation. He now needs to find a solution to the inconsistencies and we will be fine.

[@ichxro]

Shouldn’t regress in year two of a rebuild though, you can still be Ange in and see that this is looking extremely disappointing.

[@RYANLAIDLAW-n4n]

@@ichxroregress? You seeing the same games? Have def seen improvement but the inconsistency is the problem. The players are still not fit enough for consistent Angeball and there’s lack of depth. Fix those things and they’ll be on their way…

[@3CHIPS212]

Last 39 games: 17W 5D 17L 2-1 build up system is disgusting. Ange ball is fraud

[@ichxro]

@@RYANLAIDLAW-n4n Mate we’ve gone from 4th to 8th to 5th now to projected 9th. Since the Chelsea defeat at the end of our 10 game run we’ve W17D5L17 you’re being extremely dense to say “oh but have you seen the games we’re improving” no we are not. I’m not Ange out because I believe it’s bigger than him but I’m not deluded enough to sit here and say it’s going well because it’s not.

[@SteveDestiny74]

@@ichxrowe are still only 3 points off 3rd bar Liverpool name a team that’s consistent this season

[@wishvakrish3583]

This club needs cristiano Someone with mentality to win Note: I’m tired of seeing 90% of crosses to goal keepers

[@rb727]

My thoughts on the international break. I have a suspicion that there are some players who we have who are prioritising their international careers over club. That means, not getting injured and therefore playing at 80% capacity. I could be wrong but thats my hunch.

[@steviemporter74]

I thought there was a certain irony that prior to taking my seat at the new WHL on Sunday, I learned that a band called the Bottlemen were going to be performing there... I think the dates advertised were wrong

[@RAJ-Jamcal]

We are humans. There's so much we can take. Tottenham has a way of kicking you in the guts then blame you for not being a good fan. Let Tottenham try to be a good club for a change. We are not asking for Ange to win the title now but for pheck sake, when we need to beat teams at the basement so we could rise into the top 4 or so, we actually put in the effort to lose. I wish I have a button to switch this effing club out of my system. Over 40 years of suffering. No fan should be blamed for not supporting g this club... The club needs exorcism or something 😡😡😡🤬🤬🤬

[@djGreenALERT]

Alasdair I have had time to digest your feelings, and in addition to my own I said at the beginning of the season, if we finished mid table but won a trophy, I'd be happy. Whilst it annoys me to lose to the two worst teams in the league, a win against United in the Carabao and to go on and win it would be good enough for me this season.

[@finleygaywood3848]

A spurs fan from London currently living in Kansas to play footy. Best thing I could see before bed.

[@jmurray2018]

A spurs fan fan from Nashville currently living in Nashville lol On this given Sunday -this was the worst thing I needed to see.

[@jordand4038]

I was going to wait a few days before listening to anything Spurs but when I saw you made a vid so soon after the game Ali, I knew it was serious! 😆I'm right with you, my verdict on yesterday is short and (not so) sweet, it was a disgrace and unacceptable. But I still think Ange is the man and want Spurs to stick with him and give him proper time. #COYS

[@BelgianHotspur]

Hey Ali 😮‍💨 ! That was a toughy and I felt it coming. As you said how can they not learn ? That’s what vexes me the most . Why would they think Ipswich would just roll over and let us win . It doesn’t work like that you wallies ! 🙄

[@topgazza]

As soon as the back two started slow passing between themselves for 5-6 times I knew we were in trouble. This passive slow play at the back lacks ambition. And once in place is hard to get out of

[@mikeed26]

It’s so frustrating to watch and I blame Romero 100%. FFS just go direct sometimes. We seem to be the only team that doesn’t do that

[@deloford]

Stop blaming Levy for Brenan pulling out of a challenge and Romero being out of position!

[@Andy-y7y]

All the transfer talk in the summer was , Eze , Neto , Gyokeres and Gallagher , proven players for the here and now , not for “ the project “ 5 years down the line , we have the academy for that .

[@chriswinsborough3917]

I have to admit ..when I saw there was no group huddle before kick off ..we were in trouble. Appreciate you Mr Gold

[@julesbrunton1728]

Ange was 100% correct when he said in the press conference (maybe it was in answer to your question) that it was his responsibility to help the players perform at the right level. We have seen how good spurs can be when they perform at the right level. Totally dominant, exciting football. Its not Angeball, or the tactics, shape, skill of the team that is failing, its the players motivation to find that deep level of concentration and physical preparedness. And ange has always been the unparalleled best at finding the right words to motivate his players, this game would have been a classic case...and somehow he has misjudged what motivates premier league players...its not the same. Im starting to believe the doubters who said angeballl won't work in the premier league. His method works in almost every other sports environment, but unfortunately the high paid prima donnas of the prenier league arent motivated to perform by the same stimulus as less spoiled brats in the farmers leagues. I think he will tear absolute shreds off that group of players behind the scenes . Hopefully it works and they can get their heads out of their arses and beat city 😊

[@MikeMcCarthy-z2c]

Hi Alasdair again. like your thumb nail thanks for your hard work take care

[@jackdarkins7837]

This is my fourth season as a ST holder and apart from the difference in the playing and coaching staffs, nothing has changed. Consistently inconsistent, failure to capitalise on good opportunities, and another lacklustre first half performance that places reliance on another miraculous second half comeback. Another one of those days where you think ‘what’s the point?’ Conceding first in 13/15 home games in a calendar year is unacceptable, and reminiscent of the home performances under Conte in autumn 2022. Whilst the blame isn’t just on Ange, we need to start seeing the ‘progress’ he repeatedly aimed for in his second season. City on a four game losing streak, Roma have just sacked their manager, Dr Tottenham will see you now. Great video as always Alasdair, hope the marathon training is going well.

[@micheandmikey]

Watching at work not signed in but had to get on and 👍🏼 One thing I want to mention is Vic needs to catch these balls instead of punching away, or deflecting away. Otherwise he's solid.

[@Jamo33Lovelock]

I find it ridiculous that there are so many "win now" supporters amongst us, as if we are serial winners. If a manager is never given time to form a project, truly form and develop a project, then we just end up in the constant half-baked cycle of squads. I truly loathe watching performances like the one against ipswich, i do, but I am willing to give Ange time to iron these things out. And before people come in saying he's had time, Arteta didnt immediately produce, pepe didnt immediately produce and nor did Klopp. Stop creating a mythical scenario in which one manager wipes a club of all its recent history in record time. Theres nothing I'd love more than tottenham to get a trophy, but I would much prefer a team that is always contesting for accolades rather than a one off victory (Leicester didn't magically kick on did they). Thanks for the video Ali, always good to hear your more level-headed thoughts on whats happening and what you're seeing. I look at the team and I see a team that is not far off being competitive, small changes now might get us truly firing. COYS

[@Nomad-wv4oe]

We are fed up with the board, players ,Manager and excuses. They are not interested in the club !

[@MarkoCoomo]

I thought we were leaderless . But then how hard is it for a group of highly paid professional footballers to realise their tempo and intensity is too low and to put a bit more in. So slack.

[@JB-ze3yf]

I actually think Ange must be training them too hard or something. The amount of injuries we get in the season is not normal

[@jacobdaboss8413]

Any longterm damaged Spursfan will tell you that you can’t play any form of 2:nd eleven. Given any attempt to rotate the ”squad” we know we’ll lose regardless of opposition. We have no depth and that’s been true basically forever.

[@daddybassi]

'I want to take the biggest bite possible' was Ange Postecoglou's reply to how much success he would like this season. Unfortunately, currrently his squad and his management doesn't have the appetite. We Spurs fans have to decided whether we want to win a cup or challenge for a top four finish. Sadly, this season we can't have both. I find it funny that you have fans saying all I want is a cup this season (I'm one of them ) and then throws their toys out if we lose in the league. This Tottenham squad can't cope with battling on all fronts, We haven't got two teams that can alternate between competitions seamlessly like Chelsea. They are lucky that the quality in the Conference league allows them to comfortably compete with their second string in Europe's wooden spoon competition. Spurs, with Champions League available through the Europa league can't, and are finding it difficult balancing a EPL charge with their continental efforts. Whether that's the squad not being large/strong enough or Ange's decision making. He does have to take some of the blame. I just think Tottenham fans who want us to win something, need to take that into account. We can't have our the cake and eat it. #COYS

[@zorbathegeek]

I totally agree - the problem is that there's simply too much football in a season now; how many hundreds of games are being played over the opening stages of the three European tournaments, just to reduce the number of teams from 32 to 24,for example? It's unsustainable. Sadly, injuries will be the deciding factor on which teams will win honours this season, and for the foreseeable future.

[@jonslade14]

It has to be time for the owners to sell to somebody more ambitious. They’ve created an incredible business and they’ll make billions, but they don’t have the ambition to win things with a football club. Ange can be blamed for a lot a things but he’s just another in the long list of failed managers. We are the 7th richest club in world football but won’t buy world class players and won’t pay wages for top talent. This leaves us with average players which can only lead to average results. The summer window just gone was nothing short of appalling, and our squad is still short in certain positions. Enough is enough now. Thanks to ENIC for stabilising the club, building a wonderful stadium and training facilities, and bringing us to the cusp of glory on a few occasions. It’s time for change though!

[@djGreenALERT]

I think we need to adapt to the situation we are faced with Alasdair. For that to happen we need both the personnel and the tactics to do it. We cant ONLY rely on VDV to keep bailing us out, because when he isn't in the side, we have no way to stop teams from whacking a ball over the top and putting us in trouble. A high line only works with the right players to do it, and as for time wasting to throw us off our game, or the way Woolwich play, we have to out think them! That's were I criticise Ange, and the lack of players to do the job when there are injuries, I blame Levy et all for! We are paying top notch for ticket prices, I think we are right to demand better!

[@Nix123]

Q&A, can you ask to do a 1 on 1 interview with ange? Seems like everyone else is! Would love to see it! Also whats the leadership status with Maddison?

[@JimNutron]

Stop inverting the fullbacks, drop the line back 5 yards, get a defensive number 6 and I guarantee you we look more solid without sacrificing our attacking principles. There’s a reason not one team in this league plays 2 inverted fullbacks bar us, it doesn’t work. How can Ange not see that it’s worrying.

[@richardswede]

Maybe he is BLIND to this fact. The Ange way or No way!

[@PolaroidDreams-lofibeats]

You should manage.

[@jonzygon391]

@@PolaroidDreams-lofibeatssounds like he’s got more idea than postergotnoclue

[@3CHIPS212]

Last 39 games: 17W 5D 17L Ange ball is fraud

[@healthymindhealthybody9324]

Wow, is that for real??? Does not read well if it is 😱😱

[@3CHIPS212]

This isn't a part of the project, losing at home to Ipswich, away to Palace, its not part of it and we cant use it as an excuse

[@roberto_camp]

Some things I'd love to see post i-break: Dragusin with VdV at CB, Bissouma with Bentancur in the double-pivot, and Spence with Odobert on the right side. I think some new partnerships at some crucial areas of the pitch would give us a real lift in spirit and in outcome.

[@roberto_camp]

and to your point Ali, Gray and Bissouma would be interesting as well!

[@imranmirza7981]

I needed this. Thanks Ali

[@marchoodless8150]

This was SO frustrating. Prior to the game I had mapped out a path to 3rd place but then had to stop myself and consider our remarkable ability to stumble and trip up over “lesser” teams - sadly in this respect Spurs did not disappoint. Fans do need to also stop booing at the end of games as this does nothing to support the squad. With a number of really tough fixtures between now and the end of the year we really could have done with the win yesterday 😂

[@BigBossJRWorld]

Yesterday's game was a perfect example of the flaws in this system. This is a team that have not won once in 10 games. The young manager to his credit changed his formation, exploited our weakness (space left in behind and on flanks ) and played with hunger and heart. Regardless of what our opposition is we give up too many chances playing this way. Seems the only time we win with it is when we face a team who's strike force cannot finish good chances. Stop inverting wing backs, let them overlap so at least if they get caught out of position, the winger isn't 500,000 miles away and can apply pressure instantly or cut the channel off for the balls that keep on opening us up in 1-3 passes.

[@vincentmccormack3629]

It was all too familiar was it not? Do our players save themselves for international duty? The problems ultimately come from higher up, but the manager is far from blameless too. We are like the Dallas Cowboys of the EPL, football doesn’t seem to be the priority.

[@rcr03]

Need players that put us first. Romero needs to go. Every international break he puts in a sub par performance beforehand. Except this season he's done it every game. He's supposed to be vice captain ffs.

[@chrisgoldsmith5597]

@Alasdair - two questions for the Q&A please 1. Has the £50m been drawn down by Tottenham yet? If not, has it expired and can it still be used? 2. If we do secure investment, whether through Amanda Stavley or elsewhere, is that for the team or to help fund the hotel?

[@dannybones22]

In my opinion I think Ange needs to keep doing what he’s doing we all know Tottenham do this type of thing as long as we get a trophy this season I think we are still on track but if we don’t get a trophy and have a bad start to next season then we can start asking questions thanks for the upload ali as painful as it must of been doing it 😂 👍🏻

[@JasEek]

Ali brings sense to this crazy season .. fans needs to be patient and ride out the storm.. Spurs are doing well but it’s moments of lapse of concentration that ruins the game. Spurs conceding goals in the same areas has to be looked at. Porro n Johnson has an Ariel weakness.. 50/50 spurs come off 2nd best.. it’s like the players are scared to get hurt.. Ange should toughen them up and it’s not through Preety football.

[@serpico9409]

I've never felt such anger-it's not about losing, but the way we lose and the attitude we bring to the game. We seemed directionless, lacking leadership, and appeared worn out. Ange looks beaten and also worn out.

[@Spursfan-jv3xw]

How many managers will we keep doing this to. Club mentally issue.

[@aloysiusthefish7076]

I feel like you have a short memory. I can only speak for myself of course, but in spite of yesterday's awful result and our inconsistency I'm nowhere near the disenfranchisement I felt during the Mourinho - Nuno - Conte period.

[@3CHIPS212]

Last 39 games: 17W 5D 17L Ange ball is fraud

[@user-225a]

Players eyes focussed on the international games. Every time the international break comes. Trying not to get injured, playing within themselves. Premiere league fits around the international schedule.

[@GlenTHRIVEs]

Tottenham will never change unless we get new owners, Levy and Enic have created 'Spursy' and this loser culture, it is embedded into the whole club, it infects any manager that comes. Enough is enough. New owners and a new culture and identity is needed, wake up people. It doesn't matter who is in charge, it will always be the same under Enic.

[@GogoVictoria]

I agree with a number of commentators about different reasons. However, I do think a group of NT players almost certainly get their heads turned by their International call ups. Also, I do think the intense schedule of a match every three days just culminates in a slump each period. However, the only person who can change it is Ange. He needs to rotate better to inject some motivation into the team. Not using the likes of Madders, Spence, and trying Gray in the middle who is probably hungry to prove his worth seems like a mistake.

[@carl49494]

I love my club but my god it's a struggle to watch.. they are so complacent and stuck up thinking they can just turn up and win.. Great video Ali