A matchday preview from Outlook India highlights a growing crisis at Tottenham Hotspur, as the club finds itself just four points above the Premier League relegation zone. Ahead of their crucial trip to Fulham, the “Big Six” mainstays are grappling with the reality that they could genuinely be demoted if their form does not improve.
Spurs are currently the only team in the league without a win in the 2026 calendar year. Despite their success in European competitions, their domestic form has plummeted, leading to the recent appointment of Igor Tudor as manager following the departure of Thomas Frank.
Tudor’s first match resulted in a bruising 4-1 defeat to North London rivals Arsenal, exposing deep-seated tactical and fitness issues within the squad. Fans are increasingly anxious, as the club sits in 16th place with only 11 rounds of matches remaining.
The upcoming fixture against Fulham is seen as a “must-win” to avoid a record-breaking winless streak. With West Ham and Nottingham Forest showing improved form below them, the pressure on the Spurs hierarchy has reached a boiling point.
* The Premier League official site questioned: “Can Igor Tudor iron out the tactical confusion before the unthinkable happens to a ‘Big Six’ giant?”
* Sky Sports noted: “Tottenham’s lack of a clear identity on the pitch has left them vulnerable to teams they would usually dominate.”
Echotitbits take: A Tottenham relegation would be the biggest Premier League shock since Leicester won the league. The financial implications for their billion-pound stadium and star players like Son would be catastrophic. If they don’t take three points at Fulham, the “panic” will turn into a full-blown emergency.
Source: Outlook India — https://www.outlookindia.com/sports/football/english-premier-league-2025-26-matchday-28-preview-key-matchups-players-to-watch-injury-list February 26, 2026
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