Tottenham outclass Manchester City 2-0 at Etihad Stadium in EPL

Overview

• Tottenham Hotspurs claimed a win of 2-0 over Manchester City in their backyard at the Etihad Stadium in the EPL 2025
• The Thomas Frank playbook was at display, as Tottenham delivered an organized counter-attack to shake Pep Guardiola's side
• In the process, Hotspurs claimed their second consecutive win of the season and sileneced the critics

Tottenham Hotspurs claimed a win of 2-0 over Manchester City in their backyard at the Etihad Stadium in the EPL 2025. The Thomas Frank playbook was at display, as Tottenham delivered an organized counter-attack to shake Pep Guardiola's side. In the process, Hotspurs claimed their second consecutive win of the season and sileneced the critics.

Before the start of the season, all sorts of negative hype surrounded Tottenham. Reports claimed that Richarlison was bound out of the club, only for Frank to dismiss them. In turn, the Brazilian played a key role in their first win of the season. Thomas promised of an all-round performance from the Hotspurs for the entire season.

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They promised one of the major hurdles early in the season by humbling Guardiola's side in their backyard in a one-sided contest. Right from the word go, both sides pushed for chances and played an attacking brand of game. It was Frank's organized counter-attack that stood out, which made Tottenham's play fascinating to watch.

Johnson and Palhinha score for Tottenham Hotspurs against Manchester City

In the 35th minute of the match, Johnson scored the first goal of the match. Just a few minutes later, right before the first half, Palhinha produced the second goal for the visiting side, which put them firmly ahead in the match. The home side was clearly put under pressure going into the second half.

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Rodri's absence was felt yet again by City, as they could not create a lot of chances or control the ball well. Despite trying their best in the second half, Pep's men could not convert shots into goals. In the end, Hotspurs claimed a 2-0 win and made a statement for the rest of the tournament.