Igor Tudor leaves Tottenham after just 44 days and seven games as Spurs battle relegation, with poor form and key losses sealing his fate.
Tottenham Hotspur have parted ways with Igor Tudor after just 44 days in charge, following a difficult run of results. The Croatian oversaw only seven matches, with performances failing to lift the club from danger.
The decision was described as mutual, though it follows growing pressure after poor results. Spurs remain just one point above the relegation zone with seven games left. The club is now searching for a third manager this season.
Tudor’s tenure began with a heavy 4-1 defeat to Arsenal in the Premier League. Losses to Fulham and Crystal Palace followed, leaving little room for optimism. A damaging 5-2 defeat away to Atletico Madrid in the Champions League further exposed defensive issues. Spurs later won the return leg 3-2, but still exited 7-5 on aggregate.
Their only league point came in a 1-1 draw at Liverpool. However, any hope of recovery faded quickly in subsequent matches.
The decisive moment came with a 3-0 home defeat to Nottingham Forest. The loss left Spurs 17th in the table and deepened fears of relegation. That result capped a run of five defeats in seven matches across all competitions. The team also extended their winless league streak to 13 games, dating back to late December.
Tudor’s departure followed shortly after, with the club acknowledging both the results and his personal circumstances. He had recently suffered the loss of his father.
Spurs struggled statistically under Tudor despite a slight increase in attacking intent. They averaged 11.6 shots per game, marginally higher than before his arrival. However, goals scored dropped to 0.8 per game, while expected goals fell to 1.0. Their presence in the opposition box also declined, highlighting attacking inefficiency.
Defensively, the numbers were worse. Spurs conceded 20 goals in seven matches, averaging 2.8 per game. They also allowed high volumes of shots and big chances. Across his five Premier League games, Tudor collected just one point. That was the lowest return in the league during that period.
Several moments defined Tudor’s brief spell. Early heavy defeats set the tone and dented confidence within the squad. Tactical changes failed to produce consistent improvements. The Champions League tie against Atletico Madrid highlighted both promise and chaos. A 3-2 win in the second leg showed fight, but the earlier collapse proved costly.
Injuries to key players also played a role, limiting options and cohesion. However, performances rarely suggested a clear identity or improvement.
Tottenham will resume their Premier League campaign away to Sunderland on April 12. The club is expected to appoint a new head coach before then. Upcoming fixtures include matches against Brighton & Hove Albion, Chelsea and Everton. Each game carries significant weight in the relegation battle.
With only seven matches remaining, Spurs face a race against time to secure survival. The next managerial appointment could define their season.
