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Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur drew 1-1 at Old Trafford on October 10, 2026. Bryan Mbeumo scored for United, but Dominic Solanke equalized in stoppage time after Rodrigo Bentancur was sent off. The result leaves United with six points, their worst start since 1986, while Spurs remain winless in six league games.
Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur drew 1-1 at Old Trafford on October 10, 2026. Bryan Mbeumo scored for United in the 73rd minute, but Dominic Solanke equalized in the 92nd minute after Rodrigo Bentancur was sent off in the 78th minute. The match ended with both teams frustrated by missed opportunities, leaving United in 12th place and Spurs at the bottom of the Premier League table.
Tottenham drew 0-0 with Nottingham Forest, extending their Premier League goal drought to three games. De Zerbi praised Spurs’ performance but said the finishing in the final third needs improvement and noted Tottenham lack a true creative midfielder, despite strong build-up play and recent squad changes/injuries.
Tottenham arrive with a signings-heavy, high-pressing plan aimed at immediate improvement, while Brentford—coming off a solid ninth-place finish and adding Mamadou Sangare—will test Spurs’ revamped setup. Openers often feature rust and tactical tweaks, but the piece suggests Spurs should show progress and push for three points, even if a draw remains plausible.
Tottenham beat Everton on the final day to avoid relegation, finishing 17th for the second season running, as celebrating fans directed anger at owners ENIC. The emergency appointment of Roberto De Zerbi steadied a chaotic campaign, but questions remain about leadership, recruitment, and the club’s direction ahead of next season.
Tottenham fell 2-1 to Chelsea, keeping their relegation hopes alive with a final-day home game against Everton; De Zerbi said his players produced a good performance, pointed to defensive lapses and Enzo Fernandez’s strike, and stressed there isn’t time to overthink it as Spurs prepare for the last match with optimism they can stay up.
Roberto De Zerbi has sparked a Spurs revival, guiding them to back-to-back league wins by deploying an aggressive pressing game and coordinated rotations that disrupt Villa's build-up, create midfield overloads, and convert possession into chances as Spurs move away from relegation danger.
Tottenham have appointed Roberto De Zerbi as their new manager on a five-year contract to steer the club through a relegation battle with seven Premier League games left; Sporting Director Johan Lange said he was Tottenham's top target, but the move has drawn mixed reactions, including opposition from some Tottenham fans' groups over De Zerbi's stance on Mason Greenwood.
Tottenham's plan to appoint Roberto De Zerbi has triggered fan backlash, with supporters' groups condemning his past remarks on issues like same-sex marriage and women in football and his links to Greenwood. The Spurs Supporters' Trust has pressed the club to reaffirm its values and warned the appointment could damage trust and safety among fans.
Tottenham are close to appointing Roberto De Zerbi as head coach, giving him seven Premier League matches to pull them out of a relegation battle after sitting 17th. If confirmed, his first fixtures would include Sunderland away and Brighton at home, with Leeds, Everton, Wolves, Aston Villa and Chelsea to follow. The appointment would bring a clear, attacking style and valuable top-flight experience, but success depends on stable club structure and alignment among management, owners and football operations to implement his system.
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly close to appointing Roberto De Zerbi to take charge immediately on a long-term deal, with a breakthrough described by outlets like Fabrizio Romano and The Athletic despite earlier hesitation, as the club faces a relegation battle and fan scrutiny.
Chelsea FC has parted ways with coach Mauricio Pochettino after just a year, and former Bayern Munich coaches Thomas Tuchel and Hansi Flick are being considered as potential replacements. Brighton's departing coach Roberto De Zerbi is also in the mix. Tuchel, who previously led Chelsea to a Champions League victory, is reportedly interested in returning, while Flick is more likely to join FC Barcelona.
Liverpool has ruled out pursuing Xabi Alonso as a replacement for Jurgen Klopp, with sources indicating that Bayer Leverkusen's success has led to Alonso being on the verge of guiding them to their first-ever Bundesliga title this season. Instead, Brighton's Roberto De Zerbi and Sporting CP coach Ruben Amorim are considered leading candidates for the Anfield job, with Bayern Munich also unlikely to secure Alonso as their new manager. Liverpool's CEO of football, Michael Edwards, has identified alternative options to Alonso, while the former player is expected to be a target for Real Madrid when Carlo Ancelotti's contract expires in 2026.
Brighton & Hove Albion winger Kaoru Mitoma is likely out for the rest of the season due to a back injury, as confirmed by head coach Roberto De Zerbi. This comes as a significant blow for the team, as Mitoma's pace and skill have been valuable assets. The team is also dealing with several other injuries, but De Zerbi remains hopeful for the return of some players in upcoming matches.
Liverpool is preparing for Jurgen Klopp's departure and considering potential successors, including Xabi Alonso, Roberto De Zerbi, Julian Nagelsmann, Michel, Simone Inzaghi, Unai Emery, Thomas Frank, and Ange Postecoglou. Each candidate brings unique coaching styles and experiences, with some having prior connections to the club. Klopp's successor will have big shoes to fill after his successful tenure at Anfield.