Tottenham Hotspur – Aston Villa: Tottenham Hotspur Held Accountable For Their Flaws (1-2)

Tottenham tried to take ownership of their latest test at their ground and address a poor streak that has tainted their strong start to the season. However, familiar faults were encroached upon by the side of a wily strategist, proving once again that the biggest risk to take is none at all.

Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere.

Tottenham Hotspur look to put the woes of their second season under Ange Postecoglou behind them. But how far they have progressed? On the one hand, they remain unbeaten on the road, coming into the weekend with ten points from four away days— the best tally in the Premier League. On the other hand, their only victory at their ground was against promoted Burnley on the opening matchday, and these results have been punishment for their consistent issues with creativity and ball progression.

Aston Villa arrived in North London with wind in their sails after a slow start to the season. The work in the summer window was underwhelming, and the side similarly struggled on the field, failing to . . .