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Tottenham struggles as Mateus Fernandes lasts 45 minutes against Aston Villa

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 9:04 AM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Tottenham struggles as Mateus Fernandes lasts 45 minutes against Aston Villa

Summary

Mateus Fernandes played 45 minutes for Tottenham Hotspur in their Premier League match against Aston Villa on September 19, 2026, a game they lost. Manager Roberto De Zerbi expressed dissatisfaction with Fernandes's performance and suggested a disconnect in expectations. Spurs have not won any of their first five league matches this season, raising questions about team strategy. The club invested heavily in Fernandes from West Ham this summer, anticipating his creative impact, but they continue to struggle with midfield effectiveness.

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By the Numbers

•Fernandes joined Tottenham for £85m but has struggled to impact matches.
•De Zerbi criticized Fernandes's performance after the match against Villa.
•Spurs have lost all five of their league games this season.
•Roberto De Zerbi has used Fernandes as a number 10 instead of in a deeper role.
•Tottenham's midfield lacked creativity against Aston Villa.

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