Thomas Frank has been sacked by Tottenham.
Tottenham’s season has been challenging, with no league wins so far in 2026.
With Thomas Frank’s dismissal, Spurs are just five points above the relegation zone. This margin could quickly decrease, as West Ham is gaining momentum under their former coach Nuno Espírito Santo, and Brighton is scrapping for vital points.
Currently, Tottenham is in the thick of a relegation battle.
Upcoming matches for Tottenham include:
Arsenal (H)
Fulham (A)
Crystal Palace (H)
Liverpool (A)
Nottingham Forest (H)
These fixtures present a tough challenge. They start with a home derby against Arsenal, who are at the top of the table. Then, a tricky away match against Fulham follows, where Marco Silva’s team is always well-organized.
Next is a home game against Crystal Palace, which should be winnable. Some suggest this might be an opportunity for Oliver Glasner, a candidate to manage Tottenham. After facing Palace, they travel to Anfield and then host Nottingham Forest, a must-win match for Tottenham.
Potential rivals in Tottenham’s relegation battle
West Ham
West Ham’s next five games
Bournemouth (H)
Liverpool (A)
Fulham (A)
Man City (H)
Aston Villa (A)
West Ham also has a challenging slate ahead. They face Liverpool, Man City, and Villa in their next five matches.
Their campaign starts with Bournemouth at home, a match that could get scrappy, followed by an away trip to Fulham.
West Ham has looked solid since the January transfer window, and if they secure points in their early matches, the pressure will shift to Tottenham.
Leeds United
Leeds’ next five games
Aston Villa (A)
Man City (H)
Sunderland (H)
Crystal Palace (A)
Brentford (H)
Leeds face tough matches against Man City and Aston Villa but have home games against Sunderland and Brentford that could help them secure points.
Compared to Tottenham, Leeds has more favorable fixtures where gaining points may be easier. Their home form at Elland Road remains strong.
Nottingham Forest
Nottingham’s next five games
Liverpool (H)
Brighton (A)
Man City (A)
Fulham (H)
Tottenham (A)
Nottingham is undergoing managerial changes after sacking Sean Dyche, who recently won the Manager of the Month award.
Their schedule is tough as they start against Liverpool and Man City. However, matches against Brighton and Tottenham will be crucial for determining their future.
Brighton
Brighton’s next five games
Brentford (A)
Nottingham Forest (H)
Arsenal (H)
Sunderland (A)
Liverpool (H)
Brighton has not won in the Premier League since early January but has matches where they can earn points.
While they face tougher teams like Arsenal and Liverpool, their overall schedule appears less daunting than Tottenham’s.
Overview of Tottenham’s Relegation Battle
Tottenham is currently in a relegation battle, a reality that may be hard for supporters to accept. The next five matches are critical and will significantly influence their season’s direction.
If Tottenham can secure points against Crystal Palace and Fulham, they can create some distance from the relegation worries. However, failing to do so could deepen their concerns further.