Newcastle United secured a commanding 2-0 Premier League victory away to Tottenham Hotspur this weekend. The win, reported by ESPN Soccer, inflicted a second consecutive defeat on Spurs and was their first home loss under manager Roberto De Zerbi.
Anthony Elanga broke the deadlock in the 62nd minute, slotting home for his second goal in as many league games. He had also scored in Newcastle's season opener against Liverpool. Just ten minutes later, Yoane Wissa doubled the lead with a spectacular overhead kick from close range, sealing the three points for the visitors.
How did Tottenham's new signings fare?
Spurs had been active in the transfer market ahead of this match, completing midweek signings for Sávio and Omar Marmoush. However, Sávio was ruled out of the squad entirely due to what De Zerbi described as "muscle fatigue" related to his Carabao Cup efforts. Marmoush did feature, alongside other summer arrivals Mateus Fernandes and Jan Paul Van Hecke. The team also welcomed back Mohammed Kudus from a long-term injury; the attacker had not played since January and came on as a substitute after Elanga's goal. Despite these additions, Tottenham's attacking woes continued. They have now failed to score in their first two Premier League matches of the campaign, conceding five goals in the process.
What does this mean for Newcastle's season start?
The victory provides a significant boost for Newcastle United after a challenging summer. The club saw key players like Bruno Guimarães, Sandro Tonali, and Anthony Gordon depart. Starting the season with a draw and a win has given them a solid platform. As of 30 August 2026, Eddie Howe's side sits 11th in the Premier League table with one point from one game, having drawn their opener. They have scored two goals and conceded two, leaving them with a zero goal difference. The win at Tottenham also means they are now five points behind early leaders Manchester City in the title race.
What's next for both teams?
Newcastle United's immediate focus shifts to their next fixture, a home match against Bournemouth on 5 September. Bournemouth currently sit 14th in the table, making it a key opportunity for Newcastle to build momentum at St James' Park. Fans can track the team's upcoming schedule on our fixtures page. For Tottenham, the pressure is mounting after a winless start. Their next challenge is a trip to face Nottingham Forest as they desperately seek their first points and goals of the season. The defeat at home highlights the work ahead for De Zerbi, who only joined the club in March of last year and oversaw just three league wins at home in the previous campaign.
