Tottenham Hotspur delivered a statement performance at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday, securing a 2-0 victory over reigning champions Manchester City to extend their perfect start to the Premier League season. The win also ended Spurs’ six-game winless run away from home in the league and underlined their growing credentials under new manager Thomas Frank.
Spurs Make Their Mark
Both sides came into the clash in strong form, with City dismantling Wolves 4-0 in their opener and Spurs sweeping aside Burnley 3-0. Yet it was the visitors who stamped their authority early, with Brennan Johnson opening the scoring after 20 minutes following a lightning counterattack initiated by Mohamed Kudus and Richarlison.
Minutes later, City’s defensive frailties were exposed again. Under pressure, goalkeeper James Trafford misplaced a pass that allowed Richarlison to pounce, setting up João Palhinha to thunder home his first goal in Tottenham colours.
City Struggle, Spurs Stand Tall
Despite dominating possession in the second half, Pep Guardiola’s men lacked cutting edge in the final third. Omar Marmoush was lively but denied twice by goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, while Erling Haaland endured a quiet evening against a resolute Spurs backline.
Tottenham, by contrast, executed Frank’s pragmatic game plan to perfection, soaking up pressure and threatening on the counter. The result leaves Spurs with six points from six and two clean sheets, while City’s early season momentum has already stuttered.
Guardiola’s Bogey Team
The defeat adds to Guardiola’s frustrations against Tottenham, a side that has now inflicted more losses (10) on the Spaniard than any other during his managerial career. City, meanwhile, will face mounting scrutiny as their title defence shows signs of early vulnerability.
For Spurs, however, the win represents more than just three points — it is a clear signal that Frank’s new era may yet deliver silverware.
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