Tottenham Hotspur will host Doncaster Rovers in the third round of the 2025/26 League Cup. Thomas Frank said his team will certainly aim for the championship, but will still keep their feet on the ground and strive for victory.

In the earlier Premier League, Tottenham Hotspur drew 2-2 with Brighton away from home after Richarlison scored a goal after falling behind by 2 goals.

Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank said at a press conference, "I don't think there is any manager, player or club who doesn't want to compete and win. This is true for me and the club as well. We are about to face the English League Cup, we are all looking forward to it, and we will do everything we can to win the game."

"Since we are in the cup competition, we have to fight for it, there is no doubt about it. There will be a certain degree of rotation in the lineup, which is necessary. I also want to express my respect to Doncaster. They are likely to play a good game. I know their coach Grant McCann very well and have played against him before. He is a very good person and has led the team very well. The style of play is also very aggressive. We must respect our opponents, but more importantly, we must maintain the highest level so that we can advance to the next round."

Thomas Frank also said, "Of course I want to win, but I think we need to take it step by step and make sure we beat Doncaster tomorrow. If we can keep going forward, it would be more appropriate to ask me how I feel when we advance to the final. Before that, it's all about winning the game at hand."

Speaking about goalkeeper Antonin Kinski, Thomas Frank said, "Antonin Kinski will start and I am very happy with him. He is an excellent goalkeeper with great potential. For any player who does not start, they will of course be unhappy. Some people may be more understanding, such as young players who are struggling to get their chance."

"The easiest option for Antonin Kinski would have been to stay at his previous club, but he chose a bigger stage and a tougher challenge. He has a bright future at Tottenham Hotspur and I admire his qualities. He just needs to keep working hard and stay in shape."

As for when Kulusevski will return to the team, Thomas Frank said, "Kulusevski is undoubtedly a top player. I have always admired this player. For me, he is the core player of the team."

"Rather than giving a specific return date, I hope he can return to the court as soon as possible. The medical team and he are working very hard. Although it is not tomorrow, I hope his return day will not be too far away."