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Cristian Romero was involved in a contentious moment during the first half of Tottenham’s clash with Brentford.

Goals from Richarlison and Xavi Simons put Tottenham 2-0 up at half-time of Saturday’s contest as Frank has responded to the criticism in promising fashion.

Spurs are looking for their first home win since the opening day of the season, and they have nullified Brentford’s counter-attacking threat with ease at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

However, Romero could have been sent off for a wild challenge on Igor Thiago in the first half, and the Premier League has swiftly made an announcement on why it wasn’t a red card.

Cristian Romero avoids red card vs Brentford

Romero’s excellent brace against Newcastle highlighted his importance in the team, and there is certainly no player better fitted to lead Tottenham towards better performances.

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In the 31st minute, Romero came from behind Thiago to lunge for the ball, but caught his man by making a scissor motion with his legs.

VAR checked the challenge and confirmed that the tackle did not exceed the threshold for a red card.

Romero is known for his hot-headed nature, and the Argentine has been on the receiving end of two red cards already in his Premier League career.

Spurs need to see out the match with no drama, as the opportunity to close the gap on the top four is there for the taking.

Spurs have had a number of players who have stepped up in N17, and this could mark a change in their terrible form.

Tottenham show signs of improvement in first half vs Brentford

Richarlison’s goal perfectly outlined his clinical nature, linking up well with Simons to fire home from close range.

The Dutchman then scored his first goal for the Lilywhites, winning the ball back in midfield and driving towards goal before finishing calmly past Caoimhin Kelleher.

Tottenham summer signing Simons has been criticised for his performances, but he has been electric against a Brentford defence that haven’t gotten anywhere near him.

Spurs have been notoriously slow at starting matches, and Frank has certainly shown against the Bees that his side are more than capable of improving.

Tottenham fans will be delight to have seen Arsenal drop points once again in the Premier League.

Arsenal lost 2-1 to Aston Villa in Saturday’s early kick-off, while Tottenham take on Brentford in search of a first home win since the opening day of the season.

Arsenal have won the last five competitive meetings against Spurs, and Thomas Frank came under heavy scrutiny for the appalling 4-1 loss on 23 November.

The Arsenal and Tottenham divide has always remained volatile, and Spurs-centric reporters at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium were seemingly happy watching Villa score a 95th-minute winner against the Gunners.

Tottenham delight at Arsenal’s loss to Aston Villa

Arsenal and Tottenham have one of the fiercest rivalries in the Premier League, and Spurs fans have had to watch the Gunners emerge as the title favourites this season.

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However, Aston Villa’s Emi Buendia scored with the last kick of the game to condemn Mikel Arteta’s side to their second defeat of the season.

Journalist George Sessions wrote on X that some in the press box were overjoyed watching Buendia’s last-gasp winner.

Villa took the lead through Matty Cash’s first-half strike, before Leandro Trossard equalised for the Gunners straight after the break.

Buendia’s composed finish from a goalmouth scramble leaves Arsenal three points clear of second-placed Villa, although Man City can narrow the gap to two points with a win over Sunderland later on Saturday.

As for Tottenham, they are a long way off from challenging for the league, and Frank has a huge job on his hands.

How Thomas Frank can close the gap on Arsenal

Tottenham’s dreadful home record is undoubtedly the first thing that must be fixed, and there is no reason why they can’t replicate their away performances.

The creative aspect of Tottenham’s play is incredibly poor, and despite having key injuries in attacking midfield, Spurs have to find a way of breaking down opposition teams.

With the games coming thick and fast, all fans want to see right now is consistency in the performances, and then a positive future can be envisioned accordingly.

The first thing Frank must do is coach his side to a convincing win against his old club, Brentford, and a loss would be catastrophic for his future.

Thomas Frank is currently under heavy pressure ahead of Tottenham’s showdown against Brentford.

Spurs have been terrible in recent weeks, with Cristian Romero forced to rescue a draw against Newcastle in the week.

With results not improving, Frank’s job in now in question at Tottenham, just months after making the move from Brentford.

Now, Tim Sherwood has been quick to call out his former club, claiming there could be a “serious problem” if Frank loses against the Bees.

Tim Sherwood: It’s a great time to play Tottenham at the moment

Much has been said about Tottenham’s recent poor form.

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Spurs are currently without a win in their last five Premier League matches, and have only won three home games in the division this calendar year.

Therefore, with Frank now set to face his former club, it could be make or break for the Dane, with a defeat potentially seeing Spurs fall as far as 15th in the table.

While Tottenham are heavy favourites to beat Brentford, Sherwood does not hold that confidence and quickly called out the players for their part in the recent collapse in form.

When asked where a defeat would leave Frank, he told Sky Sports News on 6 December: “With a serious problem. It’s a great time to play Tottenham. I’d love to be Keith Andrews this afternoon.

“Keep the fans early, get them on Tottenham’s back, then take advantage of weak players – bottle jobs, as Merse said. You can’t just look at the manager.

“How many characters have they got who want to get on the ball at 0-0. You see them all play in training, but it’s transferring that to the pitch. I got back to the recruitment – it’s been poor.”

What has Thomas Frank said ahead of the Brentford tie?

Frank no doubt needs a result against Brentford, not only to fix Spurs’ home form, but also to potentially save his job.

While it is unlikely that a defeat would see the Dane sacked immediately, serious questions would start to be asked of the manager.

Nevertheless, ahead of the match, Frank explained that he was looking forward to the game, hoping his players will “come out brave”.

He told Sky Sports on 4 December: “It will be a nice timing for us to get the three points on Saturday.

“There’s only one way to do that, to put a good performance in there, work on the things we are constantly working on, phase two, phase three, constantly make it sharper, quicker.

“Not direct, but more penetration when we need to have that. Play with intensity, come out brave and I’m looking forward to the game.”

Tottenham could be offered Davide Frattesi in a potential swap deal for Guglielmo Vicario as the January transfer window approaches.

Vicario’s future at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium has never looked more uncertain, with the goalkeeper continuously linked away.

A series of mistakes from the Italian have seen criticism grow, especially after his error in the 2-1 defeat to Fulham.

Therefore, with the January transfer window closing in, plenty of teams are interested in the goalkeeper as he looks to end a nightmare few months at the North London club.

Now, with Frattesi potentially coming in in exchange, Spurs could be offered a fantastic deal.

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Inter could offer Davide Frattesi for Guglielmo Vicario

According to Inter Live on 5 December, the Serie A outfit are interested in Vicario as they prepare for the exit of Yann Sommer.

In order to capture the goalkeeper, the article suggests that Spurs could be offered Frattesi in exchange.

If this deal is presented, Thomas Frank would be a fool not to accept, with this being a potential deal of a lifetime.

Frattesi is a seasoned Italian international, and while the midfielder has slipped down the pecking order recently, it is still evident that he is a quality player.

The 26-year-old started in the Coppa Italia last weekend with Frattesi picking up two assists in a 5-1 win.

Therefore, given the fact that Spurs could be offered a fantastic midfielder for a goalkeeper who can’t keep a clean sheet, Spurs would be fools to say no.

How good is Frattesi?

According to Fotmob on 6 December, Frattesi is an excellent player.

Attacking-wise, you don’t get much better from a central midfielder, with the 26-year-old averaging 3.18 shots and a 0.42 xG per game.

On top of this, Frattesi creates plenty of chances at 1.82 per match despite his passing accuracy being low at 73.2 per cent.

Therefore, Spurs would do well to see if a deal is possible with Inter for the midfielder.

Tottenham are surprisingly leading the way for being the most clinical team in the Premier League this season.

Thomas Frank has faced criticism for Tottenham’s attack after multiple performances where the Lilywhites have failed to create many goal-scoring opportunities.

A lot of success has been seen through set-pieces this season, with Tottenham’s 2-2 draw against Newcastle on Tuesday proving this once again.

Frank is under increasing pressure as Spurs boss, but the readings suggest that the head coach deserves people to be more patient with him.

Thomas Frank’s Tottenham numbers similar to Brentford’s record-breaking season

Brentford published their end-of-the-season attacking statistics on their official website earlier this year, confirming a club record 66 Premier League goals under Frank.

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The Bees detailed that despite ranking 15th in the division for shots taken (434), they had a shot-on-target percentage of 40 per cent, which was the best in the league.

At first glance, Tottenham‘s numbers don’t look great, but the latest reveal shows that Frank may actually be on track for a successful year at N17.

Despite scoring 23 times in the league, Tottenham have only accumulated an expected goals (xG) tally of 12.7, which ranks 18th in the division.

However, according to Statmuse, the Lilywhites are the current leaders for conversion rate after 14 Premier League games, with 17.6 per cent.

This means that despite the lack of chance creation, Tottenham are consistently converting when they do find themselves in a position to score.

It’s no fluke, as Frank’s stats read very similarly to his time at Brentford.

It’s easy, Tottenham must be patient with Frank

There has already been speculation about who could take over next at Tottenham, with concerns mounting over Frank.

The Dane hasn’t helped himself regarding his latest comments towards the Spurs fans on the Guglielmo Vicario situation, but he needs to keep proving people wrong.

The Lilywhites are currently sitting in 11th in the table, but a win over Frank’s former side, Brentford, on Saturday could get Tottenham back in a healthy position.

Champions League football is the aim, and all it could take is a bit of patience to allow Frank to work his magic.

Rodrigo Bentancur has been criticised for his performances after renewing his contract with Tottenham.

Tottenham extended Bentancur’s contract earlier this season as his previous deal was set to expire in June 2026.

While the Uruguay international struggled with fitness last season, he played an important role in Spurs’ UEFA Europa League campaign.

However, the midfielder has not been up to standard over the past couple of months.

Rodrigo Bentancur hasn’t been the same since his ACL injury

Bentancur suffered an ACL injury in February 2023, five months after he’d arrived at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on a full-time basis following a successful loan stint in the previous campaign.

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Since returning from that setback, Bentancur has had stop-start moments, with injuries and a seven-game suspension stifling his momentum.

While his fitness has improved, Tottenham expert and Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham has pointed out that Bentancur has yet to return to pre-injury levels.

“The frustration with Bentancur is that when we signed him, he was a Real Madrid-level player,” Wenham exclusively told Tottenham News.

“He was unbelievable under Antonio Conte, then he had that really bad injury that ruled him out for a whole year, and we’ve only seen glimpses of the old player since that injury.

“I feel like he’s always missing games for all sorts of nonsense reasons, concussions or other injuries, there’s always something. All this kind of stuff, like every reason he can’t play, seems to keep happening.

“And I find it frustrating because I’ve seen a player in there that can be unbelievable, can be really good. I don’t see him coming out of the team anytime soon because Thomas Frank has made the decision to renew his contract and extend his time at the club.

“He’s obviously a player Frank likes, and we can see that from the number of times he’s selected. But I think more and more we’ll see his game time rotated with Joao Palhinha because I think we’re going to have a change of system now.”

Joao Palhinha and Rodrigo Bentancur partnership is no more

Frank was greatly criticised for the Palhinha and Bentancur partnership at the beginning of the season.

While there were some benefits against attacking sides, the duo proved too defensive-minded to provide adequate ball progression and attacking plays.

As a result, the two have been starting fewer Premier League games as a partnership.

In fact, Palhinha was named on the bench for Tottenham against Newcastle United at St James’ Park on Tuesday, and was an unused substitute in the 2-2 draw.

The duo have started together once in the past five games, with their latest being Spurs’ humiliating 4-1 defeat to rivals Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.

It remains to be seen whether putting the duo on hold was the right choice. But given Tottenham’s attacking woes, it’s a decision that makes sense for now.

How to watch today’s Tottenham vs Brentford match: TV channel, live stream, kick-off time

Tottenham need to snap their five-game winless streak when they face Brentford on Saturday.

Spurs take on Brentford at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in a Premier League match that Thomas Frank may need to win to keep his job.

Frank has been under increasing pressure to deliver results at N17, while there has been little for supporters to cheer about in recent games.

Dejan Kulusevski and Dominic Solanke are still injured, with the pair said to be no closer to a return, and will both miss this game.

However, Frank will most likely be up for the task in upsetting his former side, Brentford, who actually come into the game on better form.

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Now, Tottenham News provides you with everything you need to know about how to access the showdown.

Tottenham vs Brentford’s kick-off time is 3pm locally

Spurs want to achieve in the Premier League this season, and while the jury is out on Frank, success can still be seen at N17.

The Lilywhites have a horrible record at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this season, and currently sit 19th in home form heading into the clash.

Regardless, Brentford should be seen as an opponent that Spurs should be beating, and Frank certainly has the firepower to get the job done.

The encounter between the sides will kick-off at 3.00pm BST, for the usual English Saturday tradition.

Tottenham fans from overseas can watch Brentford clash

Unfortunately for fans in the United Kingdom, the kick-off time means that supporters will be unable to access the match on TV.

However, UK fans can watch the highlights back in packages from the likes of Sky Sports and the Premier League, following the conclusion of the affair.

Tottenham’s official account will be posting timely updates throughout the match, and supporters can listen to radio commentary on BBC London and BBC Radio 5 Live.

Fans in the United States and Canada can stream the match through NBC and DAZN, and will be able to catch every second of what is to be a feisty showdown.

Tottenham have been told that Xavi Simons was the better alternative to Morgan Gibbs-White, even if Thomas Frank doesn’t think so.

Simons was benched for the fourth consecutive time in Tottenham’s 2-2 draw against Newcastle United in the Premier League on Tuesday.

Tottenham signed Simons from RB Leipzig with the intention of making him their marquee signing.

However, his time in North London so far has been nothing but disappointments and missed opportunities.

Xavi Simons can be a better player than Morgan Gibbs-White

Tottenham desperately wanted to sign Morgan Gibbs-White from Nottingham Forest over the summer.

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The Lilywhites came close, agreeing personal terms with the midfielder, but Forest ended up blocking the transfer. Soon after, the England international signed a new contract.

As a result, Spurs turned their attention to Simons, who, given his treatment these past couple of games, clearly wasn’t Frank’s first-choice option.

Regardless of what the Dane does or does not think, speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, Tottenham expert and Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham believes that Simons has a higher ceiling than Gibbs-White.

“Gibbs-White, everyone knew he’d be like a plug-and-play player, you sign him, and you know you’re going to get eight out of 10 every week,” Wenham said.

“We’re seeing that now he’s scored at Anfield last week, and he’s now got over the failed move, and he’s flying again. So frustrating.

“I think overall, Simons has a bigger ceiling, shall I say, than Gibbs-White in terms of where he can go with his football career. We just need to see it.”

What Thomas Frank’s done says it all about his thoughts on Simons

As talented as Simons is, Frank quite obviously is not convinced by his profile.

This is evident in the way the Lilywhites build up, where the Dane looks to attack with his wingers in a ‘U’ shape, which limits the midfielder’s impact on the pitch.

Furthermore, his inconsistent playing time highlights that Frank isn’t quite convinced by him as it stands.

The attacking midfielder is one of the best midfield talents of his generation, and he’s currently being wasted in North London.

After missing out on Gibbs-White and Eberechi Eze, there’s an argument to be made that Simons was a panic buy.

If this rings true, it’ll be difficult for him to thrive under Frank and thus he could soon be added to the long list of failed Tottenham transfers.

Tottenham have a decision to make over the future of Joao Palhinha.

Spurs signed Palhinha on loan from Bayern Munich over the summer and have witnessed mixed performances from the Portugal international.

The 30-year-old was an unused substitute last time around as Tottenham drew 2-2 away to Newcastle United, as he is seemingly slipping down the pecking order.

Thomas Frank is coming under pressure to be sacked and is making changes to appease supporters at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

There will still be questions over a potential permanent move for Palhinha in the upcoming transfer windows, with the loanee potentially ready to replace another outbound ace.

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Joao Palhinha could replace Yves Bissouma at Tottenham

Yves Bissouma is yet to feature for Tottenham this season after controversy surrounded the midfielder and his off-field antics.

Frank clearly doesn’t trust the Mali international, and with the winter window looming, a North London departure is looking likely.

That would leave an already depleted Spurs squad even lighter, especially as the summer approaches when Palhinha eventually moves on.

The ex-Fulham man has struggled to impress in recent weeks, but would command a fair transfer fee regardless of where he goes, according to Bryan King.

Speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, King said: “I think he’s a good player, but he hasn’t made them a better side.

“He’s not playing in a good team, and I’m sure if Tottenham don’t sign him permanently, then someone else will.

“He’s a £25m player, and I think he’s much better than someone like Bissouma. He should have gone after all the trouble last year.

“When you inherit problems as a manager, it’s never good.

“Someone at Tottenham has to stand up and say, ‘This is who we want gone and this is who we want to replace them with.’“

Thomas Frank must command more respect at Tottenham

It’s clear that Frank has no intention of working with Bissouma and seemingly has had no ambition to do so in N17.

There is no logical reason as to why he was allowed to stick around on Hotspur Way rather than finding any sort of route away.

Frank clearly didn’t set his expectations before coming in, and it feels as if he is yet to have true respect and backing from the Spurs hierarchy.

Palhinha would be the ideal man to plug a Bissouma-shaped hole in the summer, but the whole situation is a mess in truth.

Supercomputer predicts outcome of Tottenham vs Brentford Premier League showdown

Tottenham are set to host Brentford on Saturday as both sides look to return to winning ways.

Thomas Frank is already under huge pressure at Tottenham, with Spurs now on a run of five Premier League matches without a win.

Now, with Brentford up next, who are on an inconsistent run of form, the Dane will be expected to get a result.

However, Tottenham’s home form has been appalling in 2025, with Spurs continuing to struggle under Frank.

Nevertheless, the game could prove to be make or break for the manager as he faces his former club.

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Tottenham heavy favourites for Brentford clash

Going into the match, Tottenham are expected to return to winning ways against the Bees.

According to Opta on 4 December, Spurs currently have a 44.5 per cent chance of picking up a win.

In contrast, Brentford’s odds of a victory sit at 28.7 per cent, with a draw at 26.8 per cent.

If this comes about, it will end Spurs’ awful home run in the Premier League, which has seen them winless in their past six attempts.

This stat has been repeatedly posted by around, especially since the 2-1 defeat to Fulham, which has no doubt affected Frank’s reputation.

Therefore, ending this run would surely make Frank safe from the sack for the time being, despite the mounting pressure on the Dane.

Tottenham’s record vs Brentford explained

Tottenham have often got the better of Brentford in recent meetings.

Despite Spurs’ struggles last season, they still managed to complete an impressive double over the Bees and are now on a three-match winning run against their opponents.

However, their last defeat did actually come at home, with Brentford securing a 3-1 victory back in May 2023.

This weekend, Frank will be looking to avoid this, or calls for the Dane to be sacked will only get louder.