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Frank revealed that defender Destiny Udogie would be out until January after picking up a hamstring injury at the end of the Newcastle game last week.

He said Brennan Johnson is "touch and go" after missing training on Monday.

Midfielder James Maddison returned to training on Monday but Frank said it will still be "a long time" until he's fully fit: "It's very early stages, still a long term injury. Good to see him out there, but no specific time frame."

The Spurs boss also revealed that there is an internal investigation into midfielder Yves Bissouma, who was recently filmed inhaling nitrous oxide: "It's an internal matter we are dealing with at the moment."

On following the weekend win over Brentford: "It's always good to build momentum, to get more consistent performances. We will try to build on that tomorrow night, we have a good opportunity against a Slavia Prague side who are very direct and physical, man mark all over the pitch. That can particularly make it difficult for us. It is about us making sure we perform well, with forwardness and directness in attacking play."

When asked about back-up keeper Antonin Kinsky, who joined from Slavia Prague last season, Frank said: "Toni is a very good goalkeeper, he has a great future ahead of him. It is difficult for any player, if you are not playing you are not 100% happy. You just need to keep your head down and keep training every day."

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Spurs attacker Mohammed Kudus on whether bumpy playing surfaces helped him to develop as a child:

"In the sun you don't know or expect how the ball will move or bounce, you have to react to it quickly. That was the situation back then, it's something we want to change now. Playing on good pitches here, helps. But looking at it from a positive point of view, it helps your technique in a way. When you don't know where the ball will move or it changes quickly, it's going to help when you have a better pitch.

"It's definitely we are definitely all playing a part to improve back home, to get children growing up with better pitches, which helps their development when they're growing up."

'The stool was a one time thing'

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Spurs attacker Mohammed Kudus on the stool he celebrated with at West Ham:

"It was just one time that I used that. Most of the time I used the one from the stewards.

"The stool from the West Ham game was a one time thing, I just used it once and that was it. It should be on the bus, yes, but it's not with me personally."

'We will be ready'

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Spurs attacker Mohammed Kudus on what England can expect from his Ghana team:

"To qualify for the World Cup alone is a big statement from us and shows what we can do. There's still a bit of time to go so we just focus here for now then definitely we prepare for that - but it's good to have England in the group.

"It'll be interesting [to face England], I'm looking forward to it. We are pretty much aware of the side we will be facing. We will definitely be up for it and we will be ready."

'Slavia Prague are direct and physical'

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Spurs manager Thomas Frank on following the weekend win over Brentford: "It's always good to build momentum, to get more consistent performances. We will try to build on that tomorrow night, we have a good opportunity against a Slavia Prague side who are very direct and physical, man mark all over the pitch.

"That can particularly make it difficult for us. It is about us making sure we perform well, with forwardness and directness in attacking play."

'It's important to be honest'

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Spurs attacker Mohammed Kudus is alongside manager Thomas Frank and was asked about taking criticism from Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven:

"I think it's very important to be honest with each other and demand a lot from each other. It was a moment in the game where emotions are everywhere. Definitely they demand a lot from not just me but the whole team. It's part of the game. I just get on with it and kept playing."

Spurs investigate Bissouma nitrous oxide claim

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"We are looking into the events and it will be dealt with as an internal matter," a Spurs club spokesperson told BBC Sport.

Bissouma, a £30m signing from Brighton in 2022, was banned for one game by Spurs after being pictured inhaling nitrous oxide in 2023.

Possession of nitrous oxide for recreational use has been a criminal offence in the UK since 2023 and can result in a two-year prison sentence.

Bissouma, whose contract expires at the end of the season, has not played since Thomas Frank was appointed manager in June.

He was left out of the squad for the Uefa Super Cup game against Paris St-Germain in August because of persistent lateness, and has struggled with ankle and knee injuries this season.

Next up for Spurs - Champions League

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Three games stand between Tottenham Hotspur and qualifying for the next stage of the Champions League. Fortunately for manager Thomas Frank, all three are winnable on paper.

Spurs sit 16th in the table, two points behind Sporting in eighth place, which is where they'll need to be at minimum come the end of January if they want to advance to the knockout stage without the faff of a play-off, first.

Their league stage push continues on Tuesday at home to Slavia Prague.

The weakest of Spurs' remaining Champions League opponents, Prague are winless in the league phase and haven't scored a goal in European competition since September, when they drew 2-2 with Bodo Glimt.

In January, Spurs host a more prolific Borussia Dortmund side, who are the second best league phase scorers after top-scoring Paris St Germain, who boosted their stats with their 5-3 win over Spurs last month.

Then Spurs will be looking to claim their first away Champions League win of the season in Germany, finishing off their league phase with a visit to Eintracht Frankfurt, who are likely to be battling for their play-off spot for the knockout round.

Frank coming up...

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Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank will be talking to the media shortly before his side's Champions League game against Slavia Prague.

We'll be bringing you all the quotes right here plus any updates on squad injuries and absences.

Earlier, there were reports that Destiny Udogie and Brennan Johnson haven't trained.

James Maddison was also spotted on the grass but he's not expected to return to action for some time yet.

Frank will likely be asked for an update on that trio, probed on Xavi Simons - while the claim that Yves Bissouma has been filmed inhaling nitrous oxide will also be a topic of discussion.

ICYMI: Salah not expected to travel to Milan

Ian Dennis

BBC Radio 5 Live senior football reporter

I couldn’t envisage Mo Salah travelling to Milan after his outburst on Saturday evening but then did wonder after seeing him involved in training earlier today.

However, he’s NOT expected to travel.

Liverpool normally publish their travelling party for European away matches so we await confirmation.

Arne Slot is due to hold a media conference at 18:45 GMT in Milan where one subject will be the sole focus as we get to hear his thoughts for the first time since Saturday night.

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That's about all we can squeeze out of Mohamed Salah and Arne Slot chat for now, I reckon.

Genuinely could have done a live page solely on your texts alone today because there have been SO many. So, thank you again.

But unless something drastic happens, we'll park it for now.

A recap is coming your way of all the best bits for you to reflect on if you've missed anything and then we've got to switch gears to Spurs and Thomas Frank.

The Tottenham boss is speaking to the media shortly to preview Tuesday evening's Champions League match with Slavia Prague.

Full quotes will be coming your way on this page imminently...

'Damage has been done'

Thomas Hitzlsperger

Former Germany midfielder on BBC MOTD

I think it was a little bit calculated but more his emotion. I think what he said was wrong and damage has been done.

What they should do is sit down and speak to each other because it is not over yet.

They all need to get together and say we can get this right. Damage has been done but I still think there is time to get it right but they have to do it quickly.

'It feels like a power play'

Stephen Kelly

Former Tottenham defender on BBC 5 Live

It kind of feels like a power play.

Either [Mohamed Salah] wants to go and he feels this is the way to get it - which is a strange situation - or else he's just completely self-centred, which I think may be the case.

Strikers have to have a bit of selfishness about them. On the pitch, when it works, it's fine - you're scoring goals.

But he said he's been thrown under the bus - if anything, he's thrown the team under the bus. His comments have caused carnage in what what is already a really tough situation for Liverpool.

There's a lot going on behind the scenes at Liverpool, it's hard to understand what is going on in that camp.

For one of your star players not only to be failing to perform on the pitch but to be saying things like this off the pitch - it's really hard to reconcile. I'm not sure how to get back from this.

'We're just seeing the Salah that has always been there - one that thinks about himself'

Jay Bothroyd

Former Premier League striker on BBC 5 Live Breakfast

Everyone wants to play football. But the way he's carried himself - you can criticise that.

To me that wasn't good, that was exactly what I always thought about Mo Salah, to be perfectly honest. He is a player that's all about him. Selfish. But when you're scoring the goals, no one questions that.

When you're performing, no one questions your attitude. You can pretty much do what you want.

But now the goals have dried up and he's not performing well, we're just seeing the Salah that has always been there - one that thinks about himself.

It's a poor time to say what you're going to say.

Liverpool have rewarded him with a two- year contract - I call that a retirement contract, a 'thank you for what you've done' - and now, he's taking liberties with it. It's sad to see. He can ruin his legacy because of it.

Has Thomas Frank found the missing piece to his puzzle in one of our youngest stars?

As much as I remain a big fan of Joao Palhinha, and while his partnership with Rodrigo Bentancur initially added a robustness to our defensive play in the first few games of the season, there was clearly an issue regarding how they linked with our attacking midfielders.

Enter Archie Gray.

After spending much of his debut season at Spurs playing out of position due to an unprecedented injury crisis, the Leeds academy product is finally being given an opportunity to flourish in his preferred role as a central midfielder.

Gray's statistics from Saturday's much-needed home win against Frank's former side Brentford were impressive.

Completing 31 out of the 33 passes he made, Gray was the most accurate passer on the pitch out of those who played 45 minutes or more. Significantly, five of his passes were directed into the final third.

The teenager did not neglect his defensive duties either – making two tackles, one interception, two recoveries and four clearances. No Brentford player succeeded in dribbling past Gray for the entire game.

These statistics show that, not only is Gray shining in his preferred position, but the combination of his astute reading of the game, competent defensive positioning, and confident forward play is all enabling his more attacking team-mates to sparkle. That fact was noted by Frank in his post-match interview.

In contrast, after losing possession six times, failing to complete any of his own dribbles, and being dribbled past on one occasion, Bentancur was swapped for Palhinha after 65 minutes.

So, the next decision for Frank is not if Gray should be in his starting XI, but rather what is the best supporting cast to perform alongside him?

Tottenham will travel to Australia next summer to take part in the 2026 Sydney Super Cup.

The two week event in the Aussie capital will see Spurs play Sydney FC and Chelsea in the first-ever London derby taking place outside of England.

Tottenham Hotspur head coach, Thomas Frank said: "Sydney is one of the world's most iconic locations for sport and I'm excited to be able to take the team there to play two matches, including one against one of our biggest rivals.

"I've heard all about our passionate fanbase in Australia and it's something the club is very proud of. I can't wait to experience that for myself and I know the supporters will love the opportunity to watch us take on Sydney FC and Chelsea in their home country.

"While in Sydney, as well as engaging with our fans, it's important that we explore the local area and celebrate its culture – that is something we are all looking forward to."

As I walked the High Road from Seven Sisters station to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday, I passed more than one group of Spurs fans anticipating a goalless draw against Brentford.

In fact, one cluster of supporters (including a chap wearing a creatively named "Van de Ben" shirt) were seriously debating whether they would take such a scoreline before a ball was kicked.

Well, Ben. And your shirt. You shouldn't have worried.

Spurs were at it. Peppering the Brentford goal with half chances, before Xavi Simons exploded into life.

He sprung to assist Richarlison for the opener, before netting his first Premier League goal with a sumptuous solo run from his own half.

And while the Dutchman took the headlines, I can't help but feel Tottenham's success stemmed from a returning Micky Van de Ven.

He injected a calmness to the backline. A backline that has received heavy criticism recently. And alongside centre back partner Cristian Romero, they shut out 11 goal man, Igor Thiago.

A rare home win for Spurs was constructed from solid foundations at the back. Thomas Frank will be hoping his side can build on that over the busy Christmas period.

Tottenham say they are looking into claims that midfielder Yves Bissouma was filmed inhaling nitrous oxide.

The Sun published footage which it alleged showed the 29-year-old Mali international inhaling the substance, also known as laughing gas or NOS.

"We are looking into the events and it will be dealt with as an internal matter," a club spokesperson told BBC Sport.

Bissouma, a £30m signing from Brighton in 2022, was banned for one game by Spurs after being pictured inhaling nitrous oxide in 2023.

Olivia Holdt scored in stoppage time as Tottenham came from behind to beat Aston Villa in the Women's Super League.

Holdt finished at the near post in the 95th minute, latching on to Drew Spence's through ball.

In a frantic final 10 minutes, Kirsty Hanson had put Villa in front when she fired into the bottom corner from Rachel Maltby's superb ball over the top.

It was against the run of play with Villa down to 10 players after defender Ocean Deslandes was shown a second yellow card for flying into a tackle on Holdt.

However, Villa's lead barely lasted a minute as Bethany England headed home from Amanda Nilden's cross.

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Boos reign down from the home fans as Courtney Brosnan goes down and calls the medics on.

After some light treatment she's back to her feet and ready to carry on though.

'What a game Brosnan is having'

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Natasha Dowie

Former England striker on BBC iPlayer

Courtney Brosnan, what a game you are having. Unbelievable save, again.

Alyssa Thompson is through, and not once has she got her head up to see Lauren James.

I'm not saying she should pass it, but is there a better option there top square it to James?

CLOSE!

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Great effort from Alyssa Thompson who stings the palms of Courtney Brosnan after a lung-busting run down the right.

Almost crept in at the far post there.

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Oh, I absolutely agree, Ciara (RE:14:53), Erin is a huge miss, but I don't think Walsh fits at Chelsea for some reason!

Roberto

Fair point, Roberto.

She's one of the best midfielders in the world though, for me you make the system fit around her rather than the other way around.

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Nice one touch passing as Keira Walsh passes forward to Maika Hamano who then tees up Sandy Baltimore for the shot.

The French international gets a lot of power behind it but it fizzes high and wide of the near post.

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Chelsea are still dominating the ball but they are really struggling to break down this Everton mid block.

After some more side to side passing Lauren James swings a cross into the middle but it drifts behind without a decisive touch.

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Ouch.

Nicole Momiki bravely ducks to head a loose airborne ball and gets a Maika Hamano boot to the head for her troubles.

Thankfully after some treatment she looks ok to continue.

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A reminder that Everton were winless in eight since thumping Liverpool 4-1 on the opening day at Anfield.

They sure don't look like a side short on confidence and form here.

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Ellie Carpenter sets off on one of her trademark runs down the right to win a corner, but Everton keeper Courtney Brosnan is barged into as she leaves her line to punch it clear and gets a free kick,

Chelsea momentum halted yet again.

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It's like Chelsea have pressed the factory reset button here. They're back to side to side passes and looking for little through balls around the box.

Alyssa Thompson almost got to the byline there but for superb shielding from the Everton full-back Rion Ishikawa.

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This game state is now suddenly in Everton's hands. A team that loves to transition with a one goal lead to protect = perfect.

Though Hikaru Kitagawa and Co will have to produce better than that if they are to add any further goals here. That long range shot nearly went out of the stadium.

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Well that's about as bad a start for Chelsea as it is a dream start for the Toffees.

Who saw that one coming?

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Thomas Frank has struggled to win over Tottenham fans who have questioned his methods and whether he is a powerful enough personality to push them back towards the top of the Premier League table.

The discontent has surfaced twice recently, after the timid tactical approach in the 4-1 derby defeat at Arsenal and when they lost 2-1 at home to Fulham.

Spurs at least showed fighting spirit to come back twice to earn a point at Newcastle, and this was another improvement as they finally found a way to win at home.

Before this win, Tottenham had played 16 league games at home in 2025, winning only three and losing 10. Frank has to change that pattern.

This was only their second home league win this season - the first came on the opening weekend against Burnley - and there was much to encourage Frank.

To add to the satisfaction, Xavi Simons finally showed why the club were willing to pay £52m to bring him in from RB Leipzig, pulling the strings behind an attacking trio of Mohammed Kudus, Richarlison and Randal Kolo Muani.

Spurs have not had many days to enjoy at home this year - but this was one of them.