Spurs Beat Chelsea 2-0 in Turning Point Under De Zerbi — SkimNews
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- Tottenham secured a 2-0 victory at Chelsea, their first win at Stamford Bridge in 36 years, moving them to 12th in the Premier League—their highest position since January 2.
- Roberto de Zerbi credited a candid team meeting after the Manchester United draw for shifting the squad's spirit, citing improved relationships and performances, especially among younger and more fragile players.
- James Maddison starred in midfield before being substituted with a suspected groin injury, having played a key role in both recent wins after returning from a long-term knee problem.
- Mathys Tel scored the decisive goal in the 2-0 win, a 21-year-old forward who had faced criticism since his £30m move from Bayern Munich, now showing impact under De Zerbi’s system.
- Summer signings Matheus Fernandes, Jan Paul van Hecke, and Sandro Tonali all delivered strong performances against Chelsea, with De Zerbi calling it Tonali’s best game since joining the club.
- Tottenham achieved 68% possession against Chelsea—their highest in a league match since April 2025—highlighting a shift in playing style and control under De Zerbi’s direction.
Why it matters: Tottenham’s rebuild is gaining traction after years of decline, with a new squad culture and tactical identity emerging just eight games into the season. The club’s £300m investment is starting to show returns in performance, even as they remain underperforming in attack with only eight goals scored.
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