Tottenham Hotspur secured a 2-0 victory over Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday, continuing their strong start to the Premier League season under manager Thomas Frank.
Brennan Johnson opened the scoring in the 35th minute, capitalising on a defensive lapse by Rico Lewis and a precise pass from Richarlison. The goal was initially ruled offside but was confirmed after a VAR review.
João Palhinha doubled the lead in stoppage time of the first half, benefiting from a goalkeeping error by City’s James Trafford.
This win marks Tottenham’s second consecutive victory, following their 3-0 triumph over Burnley in the season opener. Under Frank’s guidance, the team has maintained an unbeaten record, with defensive improvements being a key focus. Frank expressed satisfaction with the clean sheet, highlighting the team’s progress in defensive solidity compared to the previous season.
For Manchester City, the defeat was their first of the season and continued a concerning trend, with manager Pep Guardiola having lost eight of his last 15 matches against Tottenham. Guardiola defended Trafford after the costly error and acknowledged the challenges posed by Spurs’ efficient organisation. The loss also saw defender Rayan Aït-Nouri suffer an injury, adding to City’s woes.
Tottenham’s victory underscores their strong start to the season and their ability to perform in challenging away fixtures. With Frank at the helm, Spurs appear poised for a promising campaign.Faridah Abdulkadiri
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