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Generated byTottenham's new era under Roberto De Zerbi has begun in the worst possible way. A 3-0 defeat at Brentford on the opening day of the Premier League season exposed serious problems in a squad that cost over £237 million to assemble this summer. Despite significant recruitment, including Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes, and Jan Paul van Hecke, the performance at the Gtech Community Stadium was disjointed and short of the required intensity.
De Zerbi was blunt in his assessment afterwards, admitting his side did not fight in the right way and lacked the physical and tactical readiness the occasion demanded. That kind of honesty from a manager so early in his tenure will do little to calm nerves among supporters who watched their club narrowly avoid relegation last season. Spurs sit 19th in the Premier League table after one game, without a point.
Tonali, one of the summer's most prominent signings, moved quickly to defend De Zerbi publicly, insisting the squad believes in the project and that the bond between players and manager remains strong. It is a show of faith, but one that carries more weight if results follow.
The injury list adds further pressure. Wilson Odobert, Xavi Simons, Dejan Kulusevski, Micky van de Ven, James Maddison, Dominic Solanke, and Destiny Udogie were all unavailable at Brentford. Maddison, recovering from a year-long ACL nightmare, has spoken warmly of De Zerbi's influence during his rehabilitation, but his absence on the pitch is a real loss.
Before the next league fixture, Spurs host Charlton Athletic in the Carabao Cup on August 26, a chance to restore some confidence before the harder tests ahead.
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Standings
Premier League
Premier League| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | +/- | PTS | Form | |
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| 16 |  Crystal Palace | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 |
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| 17 |  Manchester United | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 |
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| 18 |  Coventry City | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | -3 | 0 |
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| 19 |  Tottenham Hotspur | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | -3 | 0 |
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| 20 |  Aston Villa | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -4 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
Right now, you cannot purchase season tickets for Tottenham's 2026-27 campaign, due to overwhelming demand. You can, however, sign up to the club's waiting list, which will offer you the chance to purchase a season ticket for a future campaign when they become available.
Away tickets are specifically reserved for Tottenham season ticket holders, though if their allocation is not fully sold, they will be released to members afterwards. You can also explore purchasing tickets from the club website of their opponent, though you will likely need to be a member there, making it particularly ineffective as a cost-saving measure.
Due to high demand, it is not that easy to get your hands on Premier League tickets for Tottenham matches, with only a finite pool of seats available for each game. Unsurprisingly, that can lead many fans to head to resale sites in their efforts to bag tickets, though even then, it is not a foregone conclusion. The best way to get tickets for Tottenham matches is to ensure you have a membership and then plan in advance to see where you may have the best chance of obtaining a ticket.
The best way to buy cheap Tottenham tickets is to purchase from the club's official website, looking for tickets in the more cost-friendly portions of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Second-hand resale sites, such as StubHub, may also offer cheap tickets at short notice, with prices likely to be at their lowest the closer to the game you get. Be aware, however, that tickets can often be inflated or sold for above the retail price depending on demand.
The best way to travel to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is by public transport, with multiple stops on the London Underground and rail services offering access or proximity to the ground. White Hart Lane on the Overground is just a five-minute walk away, while Tottenham Hale and Seven Sisters are both within a half-hour of the ground too. Greater Anglia services to Northumberland Park also provide an option. Driving is recommended against due to a Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ) around the stadium, with roads typically closed before, during and immediately after a match.