Archive · 25 Dec 2025
Frank Defends Van De Ven's Tackle on Isak
During a football match between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool, Tottenham's defender Micky Van De Ven tackled Liverpool's Alexander Isak, which resulted in Isak fracturing his leg.
Liverpool's manager, Jurgen Slot, criticized the tackle, saying it was reckless and could cause serious injury.
However, Tottenham's manager, Thomas Frank, defended Van De Ven, stating that the tackle was a natural action for a defender trying to block a shot.
Frank emphasized that Van De Ven is a fair and competitive player.
Isak is expected to be sidelined for two months due to the injury.
Meanwhile, another Liverpool player, Florian Wirtz, who left the game with a cramp, is confirmed to be fit for the next match.
Micky Van De Ven's tackle on Alexander Isak during a Premier League match resulted in Isak's fractured leg.
Jurgen Slot criticized the tackle, stating it was reckless and could cause serious injury.
Thomas Frank defended Van De Ven, calling the tackle a natural action for a defender.
Isak is expected to be sidelined for two months due to the injury.
Florian Wirtz, who left the game with a cramp, is confirmed to be fit for the next match.
- Who
- Tottenham manager Thomas Frank and Liverpool manager Jurgen Slot
- What
- Controversial tackle by Micky Van De Ven on Alexander Isak
- When
- During a Premier League match on December 24, 2025
- Where
- United Kingdom (UK)
- Why
- Disagreement over the nature and consequences of the tackle
- Teams Involved
- Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool
- Players Involved
- Micky Van De Ven, Alexander Isak, Thomas Frank, Jurgen Slot
- Injury Result
- Alexander Isak fractured leg, sidelined for two months
- Match Outcome
- Liverpool won with goals from Isak and Hugo Ekitike
- Other Injury Update
- Florian Wirtz fit for next match despite cramp
- Location
- United Kingdom (UK)
- Date of Incident
- December 24, 2025