In this video
- Asked for team news, Frank said they decided on minor surgery for a player whose ankle issue had bothered him for a while, so he is not ready. He does not expect it to be long.
- Asked about Tottenham's win at the ground last season, Frank said he has watched it and many of their other games. He thinks their story is a little bit of a fairy tale and admires them a lot.
“With all due respect, I was not the coach.”
- Frank said it is a new game and will be very difficult, with the hosts' European home record at 31 wins out of 39 or something like that, he thinks. Tottenham also have trust in themselves.
- Frank said training at the stadium would make their plans a little more obvious, and they want to keep that to themselves. The surface is different, but he thinks getting used to it takes training there day in, day out.
- Asked how the Champions League differs from the Europa League, the Spurs player beside Frank said winning it is the best thing he can achieve as a player. He expects a tough game tomorrow.
- Asked about creativity, Frank said the Brighton game was very good and the first half against Wolves was good, even without a goal. He thinks a mostly new front four is gelling more.
- Told the opposing goalkeeper had found Spurs' long throws and set pieces unusual, Frank said set pieces are an extremely important part of football. He is happy if that is seen as a strength.
Tottenham Spurs’ manager Thomas Frank speaks ahead of their Champions League clash against FK Bodø/Glimt and gives insight into the team’s defensive improvement since his arrival.
Thomas Frank praises the progress of his new front four, shares updates on injuries to Dom and Kolo Muani, and explains why Spurs didn’t train on Bodø’s home pitch.
He also reflects on the challenges of adapting to European football and the unique strengths of Bodø/Glimt, calling them one of the most impressive clubs in Europe.
Lucas talks about stepping into the No.10 role, improving every day, and the difference between Europa League and Champions League competition.
Thomas Frank also responds to comments about Spurs’ use of long throws and set-pieces and says he’s more than happy if that’s seen as a strength.
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