Tottenham Suffers First Loss Under Frank, Faces Fan Booing

Tottenham Hotspur suffered their first defeat under new manager Thomas Frank, losing 1-0 at home to Bournemouth, a result that brought a harsh reality check after an encouraging start to the season including a win over Manchester City. Frank acknowledged the fans' boos as understandable given the poor performance, which lacked creativity and offensive threat, with Tottenham failing to register a shot on target until the 69th minute. The absence of striker Dominic Solanke due to injury was felt keenly, as Richarlison, who played up front, struggled to make an impact, leading to fan calls for Solanke's return to bolster the attack. Bournemouth dominated offensively, registering 19 shots and capitalizing on a defensive error by Tottenham's Djed Spence, who was also booked during the match. Frank emphasized the challenge of adapting to different styles of play across competitions and recognized the need for squad depth and tactical flexibility as the team prepares for Champions League football. Despite the setback, the recent acquisition of Xavi Simons is expected to add much-needed creativity once fully integrated into the squad.