Football Fan View | Monaco 0 - 0 Tottenham Hotspur

One point gained or two points dropped?

Spurs fan Greg talks about his trip to Monaco and what that draw might mean for their chances in the Champions League.

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Our journey rolled into the glamour of Monte Carlo full of confidence and expectation, but left with little to show for it.

For 90 minutes they clung on, bluffed their way through, and relied heavily on the sharp reflexes of Guglielmo Vicario to escape with a draw.

Much has been made of the idea that Spurs rise to the occasion against stronger opposition, but that theory fell apart on Wednesday night. Monaco were the better side throughout, and rather than matching their tempo, Tottenham simply tried to survive it.

Taken in isolation, the result is no disaster. Monaco boast a formidable home record, having recently held Manchester City to a 2-2 draw, and Thomas Frank has now become the first Spurs manager in history to remain unbeaten in his opening four European fixtures. Yet beneath that respectable record lies a growing sense of unease about what kind of team Tottenham are trying to be.

At present they are neither attacking nor defensive. They do not sit deep, yet their press lacks organisation. They retreat rather than engage, allowing opponents to shoot freely, and too often fail to protect their own penalty area. When they do manage to keep possession, the plan seems to be little more than giving the ball to Mohammed Kudus and hoping for a moment of magic.

For a manager once praised for structure and clarity, Frank’s current system feels fragmented, reliant on flashes of individual brilliance rather than any collective rhythm or identity.

Still, there were glimpses of promise amid the frustration. Randal Kolo Muani’s cameo hinted at how a genuine centre-forward could connect the front line with the rest of the team. Archie Gray showed composure and purpose in midfield, breaking the monotony of sideways passing, while João Palhinha’s bone-shaking tackles will live long in the memory.

And above all, Vicario’s performance was a timely reminder of his quality. After a difficult weekend, he stood firm in Monte Carlo, ensuring Tottenham’s European dream remains alive, even if it currently lacks definition.

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— Super News Affiliate (@sup3rnew5affiliate.bsky.social) 19 October 2025 at 22:12

Whilst, there are clear improvements from what was often a chaotic 2024/2025 season that was saved by that night in Bilbao, we need to become more consistent.

The performance against Aston Villa at the weekend wasn't good and the manager might to start lose support if performances like that continue.