Sávio Scores on Tottenham Debut to Help Thrash Charlton in Carabao Cup Tottenham Hotspur’s newly signed Brazilian forward Sávio made an immediate impact on his debut, scoring twice in a 5-1 Carabao Cup victory over Charlton Athletic. The 22-year-old, who joined the club for £85 million ($116 million) from Manchester City, came off the bench in the 71st minute and quickly made himself a fan favorite with his goal-scoring prowess. His first goal came in the 82nd minute with a low, curling strike into the bottom corner, followed by a second just three minutes later after a mesmerizing run and finish. The performance earned him widespread praise and a new celebration song from Spurs’ supporters. The win marked a significant rebound for manager Roberto De Zerbi’s team, which had suffered a 3-0 defeat to Brentford in their opening Premier League match of the season. Tottenham’s attacking trio of Mikey Moore, Dominic Solanke, and Kevin Danso also contributed to the rout, with Moore opening the scoring in the 41st minute after a solo run and left-footed strike. Solanke doubled the lead with a clinical finish following a corner, while Danso netted his first goal for the club in the 68th minute after nodding in a free kick from Mateus Fernandes. Charlton’s woes were compounded by injuries, as defender Collins Sichenje was stretchered off in the 15th minute with a suspected knee injury and Billy Koumetio limped off shortly after. Despite their early struggles, Charlton managed a consolation goal in the 89th minute through Lloyd Jones, who headed in from a corner. Sávio’s display was a testament to his adaptability, as he quickly integrated into the team despite limited playing time.#tottenham_hotspur #charlton_athletic #roberto_de_zerbi #mikey_moore #svio
Tottenham Hotspur secured a 3-0 pre-season victory over Hoffenheim at their home stadium, with 19-year-old Mikey Moore netting twice. The match marked the debut of four new summer signings—Andy Robertson, Sandro Tonali, Jan Paul van Hecke, and Marcos Senesi—while the team remained unbeaten in their pre-season campaign. Moore’s goals, both assisted by Mathys Tel, highlighted his potential despite recent transfer speculation. The teenager, linked with a loan move to Bundesliga side Cologne, showcased his ability with a composed second-half finish. Tel’s contributions were pivotal, setting up both goals, while Richarlison opened the scoring from Robertson’s cross. The young forward’s performance has left manager Roberto De Zerbi considering his future role for the new season. The win also saw Lucas Bergvall, another player with transfer rumors, deliver a strong display. Despite interest from Newcastle and Nottingham Forest, De Zerbi expressed his intent to retain the Swedish midfielder, emphasizing his importance to the squad. Bergvall’s consistent pre-season form and recent match performance have eased concerns about his playing time. Andy Robertson, the 32-year-old left-back, made an immediate impact with his precision and energy on the left flank. His assist for Richarlison’s opener underscored his value to the team, particularly with fellow left-back Destiny Udogie yet to feature in pre-season matches. Robertson’s arrival is seen as a key addition, and his form has raised questions about Udogie’s future in the squad. Goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky emerged as the team’s standout performer, securing a clean sheet with crucial saves. The 23-year-old’s recovery from a poor performance in Madrid seven months ago has earned him the No. 1 spot, displacing Guglielmo Vicario.#tottenham_hotspur #mathys_tel #roberto_de_zerbi #hoffenheim #mikey_moore
