Could the impossible actually be possible? Tottenham Hotspur – playing Championship football. Some fans think it’s a ridiculous prospect, but others think it could happen.
Spurs haven’t played division two football since the 1977/78 season, where they finished third to gain promotion. They’ve remained in the top tier of English football ever since, but now sit just one point above the drop with 10 games remaining.
In May last year, Spurs won their first trophy in 17 years, beating Manchester United 1-0 in the Europa League final, albeit finishing 17th in the Premier League. Although this ultimately cost Ange Postecoglou his job, last year’s torrid season was seen as an anomaly.
An unprecedented injury crisis and focus on Europe might have explained a domestic campaign to forget. But finishing 13 points clear of Leicester City, Spurs were never in any real danger of relegation.
Tottenham’s Son Heung-min holds up the trophy after winning the Europa League final soccer match between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United at the San Mames Stadium in Bilbao, Spain, Wednesday, May 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Bernat Armangue)
Ten months later, the same can’t be said. Spurs have yet to win a league game in 2026. Since their 1-0 win at Crystal Palace in December, they’ve taken four points from 10 games.
Tonight, they face Palace again in what might be considered a relegation scrap. If the North London side replicate their recent form, they’d surely be facing relegation, especially with West Ham and Nottingham Forest picking up points last night.
Meanwhile, their Champions League results have painted a different picture. Spurs finished 4th in the group stage, automatically qualifying for the round of 16, where they’ll meet Atletico Madrid. They lost only one game and remained unbeaten at home. It means an incredible scenario in which Spurs could win the Champions League and get relegated remains possible.
Injuries have plagued this season too, with Spurs now able to field a full XI of injured first-team players. Still, sitting 16th in the league, Spurs recently sacked Thomas Frank after eight months in charge, with Igor Tudor appointed as an interim replacement. The Croatian has no Premier League experience and hasn’t lasted more than a year in a previous managerial role. He is yet to win a game as Spurs boss.
Tottenham’s head coach Igor Tudor reacts during the English Premier League soccer match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal in London, Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026.(AP Photo/Ian Walton)
One Spurs fan told City News he believes he knows why the form has been so inconsistent. Salim, a 61-year-old binman from Tottenham, has supported the club for 40 years. He said, “The big problem is the players don’t want to play for the Premier League. They show themselves and turn up only in the Champions League because they want a transfer for big money.”
He described the recent 4-1 home loss to Arsenal as a new low. “F*****g hell, I mean, I couldn’t believe it. The next day, all my Arsenal friends were taking the mick out of me. ‘You’re getting relegated, you’re getting relegated.’ But I don’t think so.”
Spurs fan of 40 years, Salim. Pic: Tom Steed
Many fans speaking to City News were divided about Spurs’ current situation. While none were happy, some felt the club was too big to go down, while others were preparing for the worst.
Evan, a supporter from the United States, told City News that things were getting “a little bit spooky,” but that “you stick with your team until you die, no matter how bad or good it is.” He added that sacking Thomas Frank was a mistake.
For more reactions, visit our social channels @citylondonnews and watch the full video.
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Could the impossible actually be possible? Tottenham Hotspur – playing Championship football. Some fans think it’s a ridiculous prospect, but others think it could happen.
Spurs haven’t played division two football since the 1977/78 season, where they finished third to gain promotion. They’ve remained in the top tier of English football ever since, but now sit just one point above the drop with 10 games remaining.
In May last year, Spurs won their first trophy in 17 years, beating Manchester United 1-0 in the Europa League final, albeit finishing 17th in the Premier League. Although this ultimately cost Ange Postecoglou his job, last year’s torrid season was seen as an anomaly.
An unprecedented injury crisis and focus on Europe might have explained a domestic campaign to forget. But finishing 13 points clear of Leicester City, Spurs were never in any real danger of relegation.
Tottenham’s Son Heung-min holds up the trophy after winning the Europa League final soccer match between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United at the San Mames Stadium in Bilbao, Spain, Wednesday, May 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Bernat Armangue)
Ten months later, the same can’t be said. Spurs have yet to win a league game in 2026. Since their 1-0 win at Crystal Palace in December, they’ve taken four points from 10 games.
Tonight, they face Palace again in what might be considered a relegation scrap. If the North London side replicate their recent form, they’d surely be facing relegation, especially with West Ham and Nottingham Forest picking up points last night.
Meanwhile, their Champions League results have painted a different picture. Spurs finished 4th in the group stage, automatically qualifying for the round of 16, where they’ll meet Atletico Madrid. They lost only one game and remained unbeaten at home. It means an incredible scenario in which Spurs could win the Champions League and get relegated remains possible.
Injuries have plagued this season too, with Spurs now able to field a full XI of injured first-team players. Still, sitting 16th in the league, Spurs recently sacked Thomas Frank after eight months in charge, with Igor Tudor appointed as an interim replacement. The Croatian has no Premier League experience and hasn’t lasted more than a year in a previous managerial role. He is yet to win a game as Spurs boss.
Tottenham’s head coach Igor Tudor reacts during the English Premier League soccer match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal in London, Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026.(AP Photo/Ian Walton)
One Spurs fan told City News he believes he knows why the form has been so inconsistent. Salim, a 61-year-old binman from Tottenham, has supported the club for 40 years. He said, “The big problem is the players don’t want to play for the Premier League. They show themselves and turn up only in the Champions League because they want a transfer for big money.”
He described the recent 4-1 home loss to Arsenal as a new low. “F*****g hell, I mean, I couldn’t believe it. The next day, all my Arsenal friends were taking the mick out of me. ‘You’re getting relegated, you’re getting relegated.’ But I don’t think so.”
Spurs fan of 40 years, Salim. Pic: Tom Steed
Many fans speaking to City News were divided about Spurs’ current situation. While none were happy, some felt the club was too big to go down, while others were preparing for the worst.
Evan, a supporter from the United States, told City News that things were getting “a little bit spooky,” but that “you stick with your team until you die, no matter how bad or good it is.” He added that sacking Thomas Frank was a mistake.
For more reactions, visit our social channels @citylondonnews and watch the full video.
