Spurs struggle in 2-0 defeat to Newcastle despite progress signs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 7:09 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Tottenham Hotspur is still searching for their first win and goal this Premier League season after a 2-0 home defeat to Newcastle on August 29, 2026. Despite the loss, the team showed promising developments under manager Roberto De Zerbi, particularly in defensive and midfield play. Jan Paul van Hecke's passes and Omar Marmoush's performance as a striker signified potential progress. However, Spurs continue to face challenges, especially in the final third, with key players not fully fit yet. The team must improve its attacking output as the season continues.
- •Spurs lose 2-0 to Newcastle at home on August 29, 2026.
- •The team has not scored or won in their first two league matches.
- •Jan Paul van Hecke and Omar Marmoush show promising signs despite the defeat.
- •Roberto De Zerbi's management style begins to take shape in Spurs' play.
- •Attacking issues remain, with important signings still not fully integrated.
- 7:09 PMYahoo Sports — Spurs slow start continues, but signs of real progress flash with Marmoush, Fernandes, Van Hecke in full flow
"Tottenham Hotspur are yet to win a game or score a goal this Premier League season, however Spurs fan should take away from the 2-0 defeat to Newcastle a renewed sense of optimism with Roberto De Zerbi now fully in charge.
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