Sávio scores debut goal as Spurs advance past Charlton in Carabao Cup
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 8:58 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Tottenham Hotspur claimed a decisive victory against Charlton Athletic in the Carabao Cup, with a score of 5-1. Sávio marked his debut with a goal as Spurs looked to recover from a disappointing league start. The match took place at Tottenham's home ground, providing a much-needed boost following their recent loss to Brentford. This victory sets the stage for a potential strong cup run as Spurs focus on improving their season.
- •Tottenham Hotspur wins 5-1 against Charlton Athletic in the Carabao Cup.
- •Sávio scores on his debut for Spurs.
- •This match is a crucial bounce-back after a 3-0 loss to Brentford.
- •The victory takes Spurs into the third round of the Carabao Cup.
- •Tottenham plays at their home stadium, enhancing their confidence.
- 8:58 PMThe Guardian Sport — Sávio savours debut goal as Spurs coast to emphatic Carabao Cup win over Charlton
"A new season at the snazziest modern stadium in England and something extremely welcome for Tottenham. A home win over domestic opposition. There were only four of them last season; three in the Premier League with the final one – over Everton on the last day – helping them to avoid relegation. Had they lost that, this Carabao Cup fixture against Charlton would also have been played in the Championship. Spurs needed this tonic for another reason – to begin the clean-up operation after Saturday’s awful 3-0 defeat at Brentford. The season could not have started any worse. With no European football, a decent cup run or runs are imperative and Spurs got themselves up and running in this competition on a night when everything came together perfectly. Continue reading...
"Highlights of the Carabao Cup match between Tottenham Hotspur and Charlton Athletic.
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External links- The Guardian SportAug 26, 2026, 8:58 PMSávio savours debut goal as Spurs coast to emphatic Carabao Cup win over Charlton
A new season at the snazziest modern stadium in England and something extremely welcome for Tottenham. A home win over domestic opposition. There were only four of them last season; three in the Premier League with the final one – over Everton on the last day – helping them to avoid relegation. Had they lost that, this Carabao Cup fixture against Charlton would also have been played in the Championship. Spurs needed this tonic for another reason – to begin the clean-up operation after Saturday’s awful 3-0 defeat at Brentford. The season could not have started any worse. With no European football, a decent cup run or runs are imperative and Spurs got themselves up and running in this competition on a night when everything came together perfectly. Continue reading...
- Sky Sports Football—Savio scores on debut as Spurs ease into Carabao Cup third round
Highlights of the Carabao Cup match between Tottenham Hotspur and Charlton Athletic.
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