Tottenham Hotspur beat Sydney FC in a penalty shootout after their pre-season friendly ended in a 1-1 draw. The match, played in Australia on July 29, saw Spurs win the shootout 4-2 as they continued their preparations for the new campaign.
The friendly provided valuable minutes for the squad. Michael Bailey, engaging with fans ahead of the match, said: "G'day Spurs fans, hope you're all good."
The game served as a useful exercise for Tottenham Hotspur. The 1-1 draw after regular time forced the penalty shootout, which the Premier League side handled successfully with a 4-2 scoreline. These summer fixtures are designed to build fitness and integrate new players into the manager's system. The result, while secondary to performance, provided a positive conclusion to the Australian leg of their preparations.
Fast forward to the present, and Tottenham Hotspur's competitive form presents a stark contrast to that summer optimism. As of September 8, 2026, the club finds itself in a difficult position in the Premier League. They sit 18th in the table with just one point from their first three matches. Their record shows zero wins, one draw, and two losses, with a recent form guide reading DLL. The team has yet to score a league goal this season, conceding five for a goal difference of minus five. This leaves them a significant eight points behind the early leaders, Manchester City.
The immediate focus shifts to halting this poor start. Tottenham Hotspur's next opportunity comes at home against Everton on September 12. Everton currently occupies 8th place, making it a challenging fixture for a Spurs side desperate for points and a first goal. Manager Roberto De Zerbi will be demanding a sharp response from his players. The full schedule of upcoming challenges is available on our fixtures page.
The lack of goals is the most pressing issue. While pre-season offered glimpses of attacking play, converting that into competitive results has proven difficult. The coaching staff will be working intensely on finding the right combinations to unlock defences. Every player in the attacking unit must take responsibility. The full squad list and player statistics can be reviewed on our squad and stats pages for a deeper look at the resources available. The team travels to face Everton at Goodison Park on September 12, 2026.
