In the fierce competition for the new season of the English Premier League (Premier League), Tottenham Hotspur FC has jumped into the spotlight. Their early performances in the league were undoubtedly dazzling, with a 10-game unbeaten run that saw them lead the table. However, that good fortune didn't last long, and Tottenham's performances slipped in the following fixtures, with a string of winless runs seeing them drop to fifth place in the table. In a home showdown with West Ham United, Tottenham suffered a painful defeat. After suffering the shadow of defeat, Tottenham soon had a chance to prove themselves again, and it was only two days before they faced another crucial matchup. This time, they face Newcastle United, who will also be hoping to bounce back from a 3-0 defeat at Everton in mid-week. Therefore, this tournament is destined to be a contest in which both sides are eager to win to salvage their slump.
Back at home, Tottenham set up a 4-2-3-1 formation with Vicario in goal. Udogie, Ben Davies, Romero and Emerson Toillar provided solid protection at the back. Bissouma and Sarr tasked with the midfield duo, with Son Heung-min, Kulusevski and Johnson linking up midfield, while Richarlison was the attacking force up front. Newcastle faced off with the 4-3-3 formation they were comfortable with, with Dubravka in goalkeeper and Kieran Trippier, Lascelles, Schal and Livramento forming a solid backline. Lewis, Guimaraes and Joelinton dominate the midfield, while Almiron, Isak and Gordon make up the front three. Once the whistle blew, Tottenham quickly controlled the tempo of the game. In the 26th minute, Son Heung-min provided a chance for Udogie with a cross from the wing, and he flanked the goal to break the deadlock for Tottenham.
Soon after, Son used his speed advantage on the left flank again to break through Kieran Trippier's defence and provide Richarlison with an assist to extend the lead. Tottenham didn't let up in the second half, with Richarlison extending the lead further with a deep pass. Immediately afterwards, Son Xingmin's personal performance in the penalty area triggered a foul on the opponent, and he personally took the penalty and scored successfully. Son Heung-min contributed one goal and two assists in this game and became the focus of the game. Despite Newcastle United's late pull back a goal, Tottenham emerged victorious 4-1. This victory is not only significant for Tottenham, but also an important milestone for Son Heung-min. He became Tottenham's all-time assist leader with 83 assists, surpassing previous record holder Christian Eriksen. In addition, Son Heung-min also joins the ranks of players who have reached double-digit goals in eight consecutive seasons in Premier League history, becoming the seventh player to reach the record.
Tottenham's victory, meanwhile, was a windfall for local rivals Manchester United, as Newcastle's defeat kept them sixth in the table.