Tifo Football Podcast

When Thomas Frank was appointed Tottenham Hotspur’s new head coach in June 2025, his task was to rebuild the club’s culture. But the defining image of his tenure — or rather the defining sound — was booing. And booing directed specifically at him. On today's Tifo Football Podcast, Joe Devine & Jon Mackenzie read and analyse Jack Pitt-Brooke and Jay Harris' inside read on Thomas Frank's sacking at Spurs. In this new format, 'Ring For Analysis', conversation ranges from booing, to unconscious downing of tools and a points-per-game quiz.Carl Recine / Staff / Getty Images Europe via GettyImages-2260368300

Following the announcement of Tottenham Hotspur parting ways with manager Thomas Frank, in the latest Tifo football podcast we discuss why it went wrong, who should replace him in the interim as well as who the longer term appointee should be.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Kaya Kaynak & Colin Millar and is produced by Steve Hankey.JOIN THE DISCORD - https://discord.gg/QCnuw27JOmar Vega / Stringer / Getty Images North America via GettyImages00:00 - A well-written intro05:46 - A semi-sanctioned second intro6:29 - Spur sack Thomas Frank10:30 - Why now and not before?18:00 - The problems a new coach would inherit21:30 - A discordant Discord shout out24:10 - Who should Spurs get as their next current manager?25:07 - “Gambling on stepping up” contenders29:20 - “Too early in their development?” contenders35:18 - another excellent break35:20 - too early for Robbie Keane?40:30 - These fine managers are available50:25 - The risky choice?1:06:15 - The “no questions asked” category1:09:04- The wildcards

The resuscitation of the title race with Manchester City’s late win over Liverpool, Manchester United’s fourth consecutive Premier League victory, this time against ten man Tottenham Hotspur, and another defeat for Newcastle United against an impressive Brentford were all discussed in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features JJ Bull, Mark Carey & Reuben Pinder and is produced by Steve Hankey.Join the Tifo Discord Server - https://discord.gg/QCnuw27J Matt McNulty / Stringer / Getty Images Europe via GettyImages-223721144100:00 - A trumpeting intro05:17 - It’s still a title race, isn’t it?08:47 - Did Liverpool poo their pants? 12:35 - Four lungs & frogs14:42 - A goal that never was 17:21 - Somehow, Jumanji18:07 - Highlights from Man City vs Liverpool 30:00 - How worried should Liverpool be?33:20 - How will Man City & Arsenal perform before they play each other?38:15 - an attempt at a break38:17 - THE RONDO42:39 - Man Utd win four in a row, and isn’t it fun?47:10 - Joe’s trepidation and an uncomfortable meme52:33 - Newcastle United’s poor form continues1:00:21 - Should Newcastle stick or twist in the manager market?1:03:02 - Points Are Bad

JOIN THE NEW TIFO DISCORD: https://discord.gg/vvfz96FZXrWhat were you doing in 2003? What colour lightsaber would you have if they were real? How often do you walk nude around your flat? All perfectly normal questions to ask when deciding who Man United should hire as their next manager. Joe and Jon group the potential candidates and discuss what they'd bring to Old Trafford in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo Football Podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie and is produced by Grayson Moody.Timecodes:00:00 - Get well soon Steve!05:30 - How has Michael Carrick done so far?14:30 - What were you doing in 2003?17:55 - Forecasting Man United's results24:13 - Should Michael Carrick get the job?31:39 - Floors, ceilings and Never Nudes35:38 - Man United managerial candidates01:05:51 - A ridiculous Star Wars tangent01:09:37 - Wild card options

Tottenham’s comeback draw against Manchester City, Man Utd’s last gasp win over Fulham & Chelsea’s likewise late winner against West Ham United were all discussed in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features JJ Bull, Seb Stafford-Bloor & Reuben Pinder and is produced by Steve Hankey.FREDRIK VARFJELL / Contributor / AFP via GettyImages00:00 - A 5/10 intro03:23 - A sumptuous section06:29 - An apathetic first half for Spurs, with a somersault11:00 - Positive things to say about Tottenham15:14 - Man City’s second half switch off21:40 - the mouse died22:00 - Man City transfers24:31 - THE RONDO31:23 - a hair break31:25 - do you wash your hair every day?32:47 - Man Utd win again35:50 - Seb’s ITK aura36:30 - Back to Man Utd & Fulham50:01 - Another win for Chelsea56:48 - who would be the best assassin on the pod?59:20 - players struggling to adapt to the Premier League1:01:43 - The (unforgettable) Points Are Bad

The permutations for Premier League sides as the Champions League (League) phase comes to a conclusion, Arsenal’s management of domestic & European title chases to this point, what the plans should be for Liverpool in the summer, the communication style of Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior and the harm the financial might of English football causes to the broader football ecosystem were all discussed in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Seb Stafford-Bloor & Oli Kay and is produced by Steve Hankey.Richard Heathcote / Staff / Gettu Images Europe via GettyImages-221395753500:00 - A subtle intro05:48 - Drama as The Champions League… League phase ends09:06 - Arsenal’s 100% in Europe, but is everything all right at home?19:05 - Does modern football suck the joy out of everything?22:12 - A dog joins the podcast!22:45 - Joe talks about walking through the woods24:05 - League leaders & winners as antagonists28:00 - What’s left for Liverpool this season?31:45 - Is a summer rebuild actually what Liverpool need?38:26 - A break38:28 - The merits plus perils of LinkedIn style aphorisms 45:24 - Should you sub a sub?50:05 - ice hockey!52:30 - What do Tottenham Hotspur say about the strength of the Premier League?

Manchester United’s statement win over Arsenal to boost their Champions League hopes and keep the title race interesting, whether Leeds United will be sucked back into the relegation swamp by the form of Nottingham Forest & West Ham and the continued fine form of surprise title contenders Heart of Midlothian in Scotland were all discussed in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features JJ Bull, Jon Mackenzie & Reuben Pinder and is produced by Steve Hankey.Here’s that survey -  theathletic.com/survey26Justin Setterfield / Staff / Getty Images Europe via Getty Images00:00 - A bit too sixth form intro5:50 - Man Utd claim Arsenal scalp11:16 - Why we still don’t know anything 17:10 - Playing through the block & playing a Fulham19:00 - Cromulent Michael DeCarrick & Kobbie Mainoo24:15 - Man Utd’s fortune, misfortune and wearing the same clothes26:15 - A break26:17 - What do YOU think?28:26 - THE RONDO32:14 - Why did Arsenal stack it?41:08 - Arsenal will be fine, or will they?!44:50 - Will Leeds United be relegated?54:30 - Hearts march on in Scotland1:01:08 - Points Are Bad 

Arsenal’s incredible Champions League form this season, how they stack up against the great 2008 Man Utd side, a win for Thomas Frank and Tottenham and the potential job choices that may face Bayern’s Vincent Kompany were all discussed in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie & Seb Stafford-Bloor and is produced by Steve Hankey.OLI SCARFF / Contributor / AFP via GettyImagesWe’re asking you to fill out a quick survey about you and your podcast habits by going to theathletic.com/survey26. Three lucky entries will win $/£100 worth of Amazon vouchers too. So whether you’re a long-time listener or a new one, we want your feedback. The link is also here too -  theathletic.com/survey26 Thanks!00:00 - an unbiased intro05:14 - An Arsenal Champions League campaign full of impressiveness11:45 - Arsenal’s forward line and we lose ourselves14:28 - we regain composure14:50 - Arsenal play Man Utd next17:50 - Man Utd 08 vs Arsenal 26 combined XI - who wins?!29:42 - A Break 29:45 - A break for Thomas Frank too34:34 - Tottenham’s injuries and sympathy for Frank38:35 - Is it worth Spurs’ fans being patient?44:00 - evidence for a future HR hearing…44:46 - Vincent Kompany’s impressive Bayern Munich

Manchester United’s dominant win over Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City, A dramatic week for Crystal Palace & their manager Oliver Glasner, the continuing crisis surrounding Thomas Frank at Tottenham Hotspur and the potential for European qualification for David Moyes and Everton were all discussed in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features JJ Bull, Jack Pitt-Brooke & Reuben Pinder and is produced by Steve Hankey.DARREN STAPLES / Contributor / AFP via GettyImages 00:00 - An intro that drew first blood4:45 - A hellish day for Man City6:30 - A brilliant day for Bruno13:30 - What dominant Man Utd were actually like19:15 - Credit to Carrick & team selection tactics23:22 - An off day for Man City & dependence on individuals30:05 - March Guehi’s imminent move & Man City transition33:30 - The anti-Arsenal agenda continues…35:10 - Rob Edwards for Manager of the Month?37:49 - Beginning of THE RING! Or is it?39:00 - a break39:02 - THE RONDO44:02 - A week of drama at Crystal Palace53:53 - A season of drama at Tottenham Hotspur1:01:46 - Aston Villa come unstuck against David Moyes’ Everton1:10 - Points Are Bad