Anne Wong
Tottenham kicked off their Europa League campaign with a commanding 3-0 victory over Qarabag.
Despite early setbacks, the home team showed dominance and resilience.
Tottenham’s European night began with drama as Radu Dragusin earned a red card just eight minutes into the game for denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity. This early setback came after a delayed kick-off due to Qarabag’s travel issues.
In-form Brennan Johnson wasted no time, scoring the opening goal just four minutes after Dragusin’s dismissal. His goal marked his third in as many games. However, Johnson later missed an open goal, squandering a chance to double his tally.
Qarabag’s Toral Bayramov saw his penalty strike the crossbar, adding to their list of missed opportunities. Guglielmo Vicario‘s stellar performance in goal kept Spurs ahead.
Heung-Min Son had to leave the pitch gingerly after receiving treatment for what appeared to be fatigue. Manager Ange Postecoglou later confirmed that Son was feeling “a bit tired” ahead of their next Premier League clash.
Vicario made crucial saves, including tipping over Bayramov’s long-range effort and stopping Juninho’s fierce strike that rattled the right post. His performance was pivotal in maintaining Spurs’ clean sheet.
Qarabag manager Gurban Gurbanov cited travel delays as a significant factor impacting his team. However, he acknowledged Tottenham’s quality and did not use it as an excuse for the loss.
The victory over Qarabag sets a positive tone for Tottenham’s European campaign, demonstrating their ability to overcome early adversity and capitalize on opportunities.
Both Brennan Johnson and Dominic Solanke continued their goal-scoring form, each finding the net to secure Tottenham’s command in the game.
The home team’s resilience and clinical finishing were key factors in their 3-0 victory.
Tottenham’s 3-0 win against Qarabag showcased their resilience and adaptability.
With standout performances from key players, Spurs are off to a strong start in their Europa League campaign.
