Igor Tudor’s swift backroom overhaul at Tottenham — new assistant, physical and and goalkeeping coaches replacing several of Thomas Frank’s staff — signals a tactical reset. Betting outcome: punters may back Spurs to tighten defensively and consider draw-no-bet on Spurs vs Arsenal, or back under 2.5 goals if Tudor prioritises solidity and set-piece organisation.
Igor Tudor begins Tottenham rebuild
Tottenham have moved quickly to install staff they trust after Igor Tudor took interim charge. The reshuffle removes several members of the previous coaching team and brings in new faces tasked with reshaping training, fitness and goalkeeping work as the club chases a turnaround.
Departures and new appointments
Justin Cochrane, Chris Haslam, John Heitinga and analyst Joe Newton have left the club’s backroom. Tudor’s incoming team includes Ivan Javorcic as assistant coach, Riccardo Raganacci as physical coach and Tomislav Rogic as goalkeeping coach. One recent appointment lasted barely a month, underscoring the speed of the transition.
Tactical implications for the first team
The new hires suggest Tudor is prioritising fresh ideas and a different training approach, particularly around physical preparation and goalkeeping. With an injury-hit squad, immediate changes are likely to focus on organisation and set-piece routines, areas where short-term gains are most achievable.
What it means for the North London Derby
Tottenham host Arsenal this weekend, a game that will provide the first real evidence of Tudor’s influence. Expect conservative selection and structure early on as Tudor presses for defensive improvement and sharper set-piece delivery.
Betting angles and punter guidance
Because the overhaul points to greater defensive emphasis, bettors might favour markets that reflect reduced risk: draw-no-bet on Spurs if you expect a tighter match, under 2.5 goals if Tudor limits open attacking play, or Spurs to score from set-pieces if those routines are prioritised. As always, small-sample uncertainty means caution is advised.
Outlook
This is a decisive moment for Tottenham’s season: staff turnover signals ambition to change course quickly, but results on the pitch will determine whether the new structure can arrest the slide. The derby offers an early test of Tudor’s approach and the new coaching cohort’s impact.
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