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Simons Shines as Tottenham Beat Brentford to Ease Pressure on Frank

It marked only Tottenham’s second league win at home this season after a run of limp performances in North London.

Overview

  • Xavi Simons, handed his first start since November 8, set up Richarlison’s opener and scored his first Spurs goal before half-time in a 2-0 victory.
  • Thomas Frank said his players were “on the same page,” highlighting a sharper attacking display and improved cohesion after recent home struggles.
  • The result was Tottenham’s second home league win of the campaign and only their fourth at home in the league during 2025, according to Reuters.
  • Spurs managed the match after the break and kept a clean sheet, limiting Brentford to few meaningful chances.
  • Mohammed Kudus, Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven drew praise for influential performances, with Kudus leading several key attacking metrics.