After a heavy 3-0 home defeat to Nottingham Forest on Sunday, Tottenham Hotspur now face a difficult fight to avoid relegation, with only seven Premier League matches remaining this season.
The loss extended Spurs’ winless run in the league to 13 games, meaning they are still without a victory in 2026. Despite thousands of supporters lining the streets to welcome the team bus and generate a lively atmosphere inside the stadium, the mood quickly turned sour when Forest scored just before halftime, bringing back familiar frustration among fans.
Igor Tudor’s Response — What Was Said?
Instead of speaking personally, Igor Tudor had his representative address the media:
Why Tudor didn’t speak:
He was dealing with personal and family matters and felt it was not the appropriate time to face the press.
On the result:
The defeat was described as painful. The team performed well in the first half, but at this stage, every mistake is proving costly, and small details are not going in their favor. This situation is clearly affecting the players, and the squad must maintain consistency for the full 90 minutes. How they respond to setbacks is especially important given their current circumstances.
On the players’ reaction after conceding:
The players showed how much they care and how hard they are fighting. Everyone understands the scale of the challenge ahead. While the first half showed promise, the team must sustain that intensity throughout the entire match.
On halftime substitutions:
Trailing 1-0, the coaching staff aimed to become more aggressive by introducing players returning from injury, including Destiny Udogie and Lucas Bergvall, to add energy. The changes did not unfold exactly as intended, but both players need match minutes after long absences. Bergvall made a positive contribution, and both remain important members of the squad.
On the fans and remaining fixtures:
The supporters were praised for their unwavering backing from start to finish. The message was clear: the team must keep pushing because they care deeply about the club. With 21 points still available, there is belief that positives can be taken from recent performances against Liverpool FC and Atlético Madrid, as well as from the strong first-half showing in this match. However, the game ultimately opened up in a way that suited the opposition, particularly during transitions.
