'Fragile' Spurs drop into relegation zone as Villa record first Premier League win of the season
Tottenham Hotspur's nightmare start to the season continued on Saturday as they fell to a 3-2 defeat at home to Aston Villa, a result that leaves them in the Premier League relegation zone. Spurs have now gone five league games without a win and dropped to 18th in the table. It is a damning indictment of a club that spent £325 million on new signings in the summer to push for a top-six finish.…
Tottenham Hotspur suffered a 3-2 home defeat to Aston Villa on Saturday, plunging them into the relegation zone. This defeat marks Tottenham's first Premier League loss since August 2026 and their fifth consecutive league defeat. The club spent £325 million on new signings in the summer, yet they now sit 18th in the table, far from their desired top-six finish.
The loss was particularly embarrassing for manager Roberto De Zerbi, who faced chants of "you're getting sacked in the morning" from visiting Villa fans. De Zerbi acknowledged Tottenham's fragility, admitting they have conceded too many goals and must improve their defending. Aston Villa, on the other hand, scored their first Premier League win of the season, with Johan Manzambi scoring the opener from close range.
Despite a strong first-half performance, Tottenham conceded two goals in quick succession before substitute Conor Gallagher pulled one back. The final goal came from Emi Buendia, who rifled in a long-range shot. Villa's captain John McGinn described the win as a "huge relief" and praised his team's second-half effort. The manager was satisfied with the win, acknowledging that his team showed improvement compared to their poor first-half display.
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