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Spurs’ late rally not enough as Villa edge them 3-2 in scrappy Premier League clash
sports20 days ago

Spurs’ late rally not enough as Villa edge them 3-2 in scrappy Premier League clash

Tottenham opened with a strong first half but conceded a late first-half goal when down a man and then went 3-0 behind after Nico Jackson and Emiliano Buendia found the net. They sparked a comeback late with Conor Gallagher’s goal in the 86th minute and Jan Paul van Hecke’s header in stoppage time, but Villa held on for a 3-2 victory. The piece doubles as a community ratings feature, inviting readers to rate Spurs’ players on a 1/2–5 star scale (with a direct mobile survey link provided) and notes ratings will be rounded to the nearest half-star later. Bot_challenge: false} } »>Oops, I included

Villa edge Spurs as early-season fragility persists
sports20 days ago

Villa edge Spurs as early-season fragility persists

Aston Villa survived a late Tottenham push to win 3-2 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, extending Spurs’ winless start to the season despite a late rally. Villa led 3-0 after Manzambi opened and Jackson and Buendia added goals, while Tottenham briefly threatened to equalise but could only muster late strikes from Conor Gallagher and Jan Paul van Hecke. The result leaves Spurs deep in a relegation‑battle area after five league games, with manager De Zerbi lamenting defensive lapses and the team’s fragile start to the campaign amid heavy summer spending.

Szoboszlai stunner seals Liverpool's 3-1 win over Spurs in Carabao Cup thriller
sports24 days ago

Szoboszlai stunner seals Liverpool's 3-1 win over Spurs in Carabao Cup thriller

Liverpool edged Tottenham 3-1 in the Carabao Cup third round at Anfield after a heavily rotated line-up, with Gakpo and Szoboszlai scoring for the hosts and Conor Gallagher pulling one back for Spurs; Spurs pressed for a comeback in the second half but couldn’t find an equaliser as Szoboszlai’s long-range strike sealed the win. The match showcased Spurs’ bright spells and finishing struggles, while Liverpool’s clinical finishing and substitution-ready depth proved decisive.

Iraola backs Mamardashvili as Liverpool rotate for Cup clash with Tottenham
sports24 days ago

Iraola backs Mamardashvili as Liverpool rotate for Cup clash with Tottenham

Liverpool goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili will start the Carabao Cup tie with Tottenham, with Andoni Iraola reiterating his belief in the Georgia international after previously trying to sign him for Bournemouth. Mamardashvili replaces Alisson for the match, and Joe Gomez is also available after an injury layoff, as Iraola rotates the squad and hints at giving minutes to youngsters like Lewis Koumas and Trey Nyoni while managing fatigue.

Derby doubts: United’s lack of structure, Arteta’s penalty critique, and Spurs’ scoring drought
sports26 days ago

Derby doubts: United’s lack of structure, Arteta’s penalty critique, and Spurs’ scoring drought

Manchester United struggled to pressure City after a red card, underscoring a lack of structure under Carrick; Mikel Arteta’s post‑match critique of a Sunderland penalty is examined as a possible tactical move to influence refereeing decisions; and Tottenham continue to hunt for goals and cohesion, highlighting ongoing attacking struggles despite moments of promising play.

Spurs Extend Goal Drought as Everton Hold Them to 0-0
sports27 days ago

Spurs Extend Goal Drought as Everton Hold Them to 0-0

Tottenham failed to score for the fourth straight match, drawing 0-0 with Everton at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Despite dominating early and rotating with injuries, Spurs couldn’t convert their chances (0.64 xG to Everton's 1.17), with near-misses from van Hecke and Fernandes and a late Bergvall effort saved by Jordan Pickford. The result marks a goalless home draw and follows Tottenham's ongoing attacking struggles as they prepare for a League Cup tie at Anfield.

Spurs' New Era Fails to Find a Goal in 0-0 Everton Draw
sports27 days ago

Spurs' New Era Fails to Find a Goal in 0-0 Everton Draw

Tottenham produced another goalless performance as their high-profile summer rebuild failed to yield a Premier League goal, drawing 0-0 with Everton and extending a league goal drought that left fans frustrated; despite possession and new signings, the atmosphere soured with boos at full-time, and Everton spurned two clear chances, with manager Roberto De Zerbi apologising for the dull display.

Spurs’ final push falls short as Everton hold firm in goalless Premier League clash
sports27 days ago

Spurs’ final push falls short as Everton hold firm in goalless Premier League clash

Tottenham and Everton played out a tense 0-0 draw in a Premier League clash, with Spurs pressing late but unable to break Everton’s resistance, including a yellow card for Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and a key save that kept the scoreline level. Both sides shuffled their lineups with substitutions that altered the tempo. In other results over the weekend, Liverpool drew 0-0 with Fulham, Chelsea were held 2-2 by Hull, Nottingham Forest beat Aston Villa, and Ipswich Town defeated Crystal Palace 3-2.

Retroactive crown on trial: Should Chelsea lose the 2016-17 title to Tottenham?
sports29 days ago

Retroactive crown on trial: Should Chelsea lose the 2016-17 title to Tottenham?

The article centers on Mauricio Pochettino's suggestion that Chelsea should be stripped of the 2016-17 Premier League title after a Premier League investigation found secret payments to unregistered agents for players including Eden Hazard. Chelsea were fined but avoided a points deduction, while Tottenham finished seven points behind in second with 86 points to Chelsea's 93. It weighs how much the signings and breaches may have influenced the title race, notes Hazard's impact and the contributions of Willian, Luiz and Matic, and captures fans' reactions as no verdict has been reached and broader questions about sporting sanctions linger.

Forest hold Spurs to goalless stalemate as fans rate the players
community-player-ratings1 month ago

Forest hold Spurs to goalless stalemate as fans rate the players

Tottenham were held 0-0 at Nottingham Forest and failed to register a single shot on target; Marmoush wasted a clear chance and van de Ven’s close-range header went wide, while Forest had a potential winner nullified by VAR for arm, leaving Spurs with their first point of the season and little sign they’ll challenge for top four. The piece also invites readers to rate the players through a survey.

Spurs' mega-spend fails to spark as Forest stalemate
sports1 month ago

Spurs' mega-spend fails to spark as Forest stalemate

Tottenham’s high-profile recruitment (Tonali, Van Hecke, Savio, Marmoush) hasn’t yielded a win, as they are held 0-0 by Nottingham Forest despite 38 shots and an expected goals total of around 3.3, with no shot on target. Marmoush wasted a clear chance, highlighting a lack of final-third calm and decision-making as new players bed in. Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi praised the performance but urged better composure and chemistry; pundits echo the call for sharper attacking choices. The draw marks Spurs’ eighth league stalemate of the year, the most in a calendar year since 2020.

VAR Reversal Keeps Spurs' Goal-Drought Alive in 0-0 at Forest
sports1 month ago

VAR Reversal Keeps Spurs' Goal-Drought Alive in 0-0 at Forest

Tottenham and Nottingham Forest played out a 0-0 draw at City Ground in a physical, low-scoring affair where neither side could convert decent chances. A Forest goal that looked to have broken the deadlock was overturned by VAR after Williams touched the ball on Tonali’s clearance. Omar Marmoush impressed in Spurs’ buildup, Bentancur looked reborn in midfield, and substitute Dominic Solanke had a late headed chance that went over. Spurs host Everton next as they wait for their first Premier League goal of the season.