Tottenham unfortunately dropped a home victory

(Football result) - Tottenham missed out on a home win after Sunderland managed a 1-1 draw, even though they took an early lead, continuing their unbeaten streak against Sunderland but with some disappointment.

Ben Davies scored his first Premier League goal since December 2023 but it wasn’t enough for Tottenham Hotspur to secure all three points as the “Spurs” were held 1-1 by Sunderland at home. Nevertheless, Spurs extended their unbeaten streak against the “Black Cats” in direct confrontations to 15 matches.

Tottenham started the game with great enthusiasm and quickly showed their intent to dominate. In the very first minute, Mathys Tel fired the opening shot of the match. The home side maintained significant pressure while Sunderland defended tightly and disciplined. Pedro Porro took a bold shot but missed the target, and Richarlison’s tame effort was easily saved by goalkeeper Robin Roefs.

A turning point came early for Spurs in the 19th minute when Mohammed Kudus had to leave the field due to injury, causing visible concern for coach Thomas Frank. Despite this, Tottenham created more dangerous chances. At the 30th minute, from a corner kick, Cristian Romero skillfully controlled the ball and passed to Micky van de Ven who took a shot. The Dutch defender’s attempt was subtly touched by Ben Davies, opening the scoring for the hosts in his first start of the season.

Sunderland remained undeterred and sought to respond. Van de Ven timely blocked a long-range shot from Enzo Le Fée, before Trai Hume narrowly missed with a shot over the bar. In the second half, the visitors clearly played with more vigor. Goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario had to make a fine save from a dangerous header by Eliezer Mayenda shortly after the break.

Sunderland’s relentless pressure was finally rewarded in the 81st minute. After Le Fée’s header hit the post, Brian Brobbey combined with the French midfielder and unleashed a decisive shot that beat Vicario, leveling the score at 1-1.

The final minutes saw a tense battle with fierce challenges, but neither side scored again. Sunderland extended their unbeaten run to 5 matches, while Tottenham, though avoiding a third consecutive defeat, had reasons to feel disappointed for dropping points at their home ground.

Squad information Tottenham vs Sunderland

Tottenham:Bissouma and Sarr are on international duty. Simons is suspended. Kulusevski, Maddison, Solanke, and Udogie are injured. Bergvall’s availability remains uncertain.

Sunderland:Alese is injured. Diarra, Mandava, Masuaku, Sadiki, Talbi, and Traore are on international duty. Ballard’s participation is still doubtful.

Expected lineups Tottenham vs Sunderland

Tottenham:Vicario, Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Spence, Palhinha, Bentancur, Kudus, Simon, Odobert, Richarlison.

Sunderland:Roefs, Mukiele, Ballard, Alderete, Geertruida, Le Fee, Xhaka, Hume, Rigg, Adingra, Brobbey.

Form & Head-to-head history

Tottenham form:In their last 5 matches, Tottenham won 2, drew 1, and lost 2. They scored 5 goals and conceded 5.

Sunderland form:In their last 5 matches, Sunderland won 1, drew 3, and lost 1. They scored 2 goals and conceded 4.

Head-to-head record:In the last 5 encounters, Tottenham won 4 and drew 1. Sunderland drew 1 and lost 4.

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