EPL: Tottenham score first goals of season but lose 3-2 to Villa

Tottenham Hotspur endured a frustrating start to their 2026/27 Premier League campaign as they lost 3-2 to Aston Villa at their home stadium. The defeat leaves Roberto De Zerbi’s team winless in five matches, bottom of the table on just two points. Villa, on the other hand, claimed their first league victory of the season under manager Unai Emery, moving up to 15th with four points from five games.

Tottenham had struggled to break through Villa’s defense, facing four goalless draws and a 3-1 defeat to Liverpool in the League Cup before this match. Villa’s breakthrough came in the first half, with Johan Manzambi scoring a stoppage-time goal, followed by Nicolas Jackson doubling their lead in the 67th minute. Despite Emiliano Buendia’s 79th-minute goal giving Spurs hope, Jan Paul van Hecke’s late header secured a 3-2 victory for Villa, who dominated possession and corners but couldn’t capitalize on their chances.