Spurs wrap preseason with 2-2 draw as rotation and youth take center stage
Tottenham finished their preseason with a 2-2 draw against Hoffenheim at the training ground in a heavily rotated XI that included returns for Maddison, Sarr, Bentancur and Ajayi. Davies and Luca Williams-Barnett gave Spurs a 2-0 half-time lead via Fernandes’ assist and a Sarr-driven move, before Valentin Gendry equalised for Hoffenheim after the break. Maddison showed signs of rust, conceding a penalty on Avdullahu that Adam Hlozek converted; Fernandes impressed with his crossing and long-range distribution, Brandon Austin stood out in goal, and Williams-Barnett continued to impress with his decision-making and goal. New academy faces appeared on the bench as Spurs prioritized fitness and minute management ahead of the season, with van de Ven still not featuring.