Amid the ongoing struggles for Spurs, another concern arises with Igor Tudor’s management. The problem is clear: he has yet to secure a victory.
Igor Tudor’s time at Tottenham has been disappointing. Appointed as interim head coach on February 14, 2026, after the dismissal of Thomas Frank, he took over while the team was just above the relegation zone. Tudor was hired for his experience in handling crisis situations and helping teams avoid relegation.
Unfortunately, the results have been poor. As of mid-March 2026, he has lost all four matches he has managed. This puts him in the record books as the first manager in Tottenham’s history to lose his first four games. The defeats include:
4-1 vs. Arsenal
2-1 vs. Fulham
3-1 vs. Crystal Palace
5-2 vs. Atlético Madrid (in the Champions League Round of 16 first leg)
Former player and coach Gus Poyet expressed his interest in the position. He stated:
“I mean, I know everything. Sometimes they don’t put me in that position. I remember before Igor Tudor got the job, people were mentioning Robbie Keane, Tim Sherwood, and even Harry Redknapp.
“I was at home thinking, ‘Why not me?’ I’ve been there. I understand the relegation battle and what needs to be done. I have the experience and know the Premier League. It’s funny that my name wasn’t considered, but that’s how it goes.”
While Gus has valuable experience, the question remains: can he motivate this struggling team? A more direct approach from someone like Tim Sherwood or Harry Redknapp might be more effective.