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Savio shines on Tottenham debut in 5-1 win over Charlton

Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 10:49 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Savio shines on Tottenham debut in 5-1 win over Charlton

Summary

Savio made an impressive debut for Tottenham Hotspur on August 26, 2026, scoring and assisting in a 5-1 victory against Charlton Athletic in the Carabao Cup. The Brazilian entered as a substitute, enhancing Spurs' attack with his flair and scoring just 11 minutes into his appearance. Jamie Redknapp praised Savio for energizing the team, while manager Roberto De Zerbi challenged him to improve his goal tally moving forward. De Zerbi emphasized the need for wingers to contribute at least 10 to 12 goals, a target set for Savio following his standout performance.

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Key Details

•Savio scored and assisted in his Tottenham debut against Charlton.
•The match ended 5-1 in favor of Tottenham in the Carabao Cup.
•Savio joined Tottenham from Manchester City for £85m.
•Roberto De Zerbi highlighted the need for Savio to increase his goal contributions.
•Tottenham's attacking struggles were evident last season with only 48 goals.

What they're saying

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Jamie Redknapp claimed that Savio 'lit up the place' on his Tottenham debut, but Roberto De Zerbi has challenged his latest signing to reach new heights after his stunning start to life at the club.
— Sky Sports

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