Tottenham Hotspur suffers second consecutive loss under Roberto De Zerbi
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 12:39 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Tottenham Hotspur faced another defeat in the 2026/27 Premier League season, losing to Newcastle United at home on August 29. This marks Tottenham's second consecutive defeat after previously losing to Brentford. Despite a strong summer transfer window, the team has struggled with performance and cohesion, reverting to problems from last season. Manager Roberto De Zerbi emphasized the need to instill the right mentality in his players as they look to improve. Tottenham is expected to pursue further signings before the transfer window closes, potentially including Iliman Ndiaye from Everton.
- •Tottenham lost 2-0 to Newcastle United on August 29.
- •This marks back-to-back defeats to start the season.
- •Roberto De Zerbi aims to improve the team mentality.
- •Five summer signings started against Newcastle.
- •Tottenham is pursuing additional transfers before the deadline.
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"Tottenham Hotspur has started the 2026/27 Premier League season with back-to-back defeats to Brentford and Newcastle United.
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