Alex MacQuoid
Tottenham’s Mixed Start to the Season
Tottenham Hotspur sit fifth in the Premier League after 11 games, with just five wins. The 2-2 draw with Manchester United highlighted their struggles, coming from behind only to concede a late equalizer.
With 18 points from 11 games, Tottenham’s start is the fourth worst in the last decade. Thomas Frank has outperformed Mauricio Pochettino and Antonio Conte in their respective starts but trails behind Ange Postecoglou.
Quality of Opposition and Squad Value
Tottenham have faced mostly lower-ranked teams. Their squad’s average market value is €646m, compared to opponents’ €461m. This suggests they should have 24 points, not 18.
Defeats to Bournemouth and Aston Villa, and draws with Brighton and Wolves, highlight missed opportunities.
Injury Impact
Injuries to key players like Dejan Kulusevski and James Maddison have affected the team. However, new signings Xavi Simons and Mohammed Kudus have filled gaps.
With options like Mathys Tel, Richarlison, and Randal Kolo Muani, injuries aren’t a valid excuse for their poor form.