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Tottenham struggles continue with 3-2 loss to Aston Villa as De Zerbi faces scrutiny

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 3:29 PM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Tottenham struggles continue with 3-2 loss to Aston Villa as De Zerbi faces scrutiny

Summary

Tottenham lost 3-2 to Aston Villa on September 19, with Spurs still seeking their first points of the Premier League season. Despite a summer overhaul resulting in 10 new signings, a lack of cohesion and finishing has left the team in the relegation zone. Conor Gallagher scored late in the match for Spurs, providing only a brief glimmer of hope. Head coach Roberto De Zerbi now faces questions about his leadership as the club prepares for an upcoming match against Manchester United.

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By the Numbers

•Tottenham has yet to win in the Premier League this season.
•The team's goal difference stands at minus six after five matches.
•Conor Gallagher scored Tottenham's first Premier League goal in the 86th minute.
•Spurs have struggled to finish chances, with an xG of 4.59 but only two goals.
•Roberto De Zerbi's future may depend on upcoming performances.

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3:29 PMCBS Sports — Why Roberto De Zerbi still deserves time to fix Tottenham despite dreadful start and 3-2 loss to Aston Villa

What they're saying

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A summer overhaul brought 10 new signings, but a lack of chemistry and finishing has left Spurs stuck in the relegation zone entering the international break
— CBS Sportsby Chuck Booth

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