Tottenham beat Burnley 3-0 in opening Premier League game

Tottenham Hotspur opened the Premier League season with a 3-0 win over Burnley, as Richarlison scores twice and Kudus and Sarr influence the attack.

Richarlison shines Kudus dangerous and Sarr superb

Tottenham opened the Premier League season with a 3-0 win against Burnley. Kudus provided the first assist, setting Richarlison up inside ten minutes, and Richarlison curled in a second from Kudus’ cross in a moment that drew gasps from the crowd. Brennan Johnson completed the scoring after a swift move involving Pape Matar Sarr, showing the depth Spurs hope to build on this season. The lineup changes from Friday’s match included Brennan Johnson, Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall stepping in for Bentancur, Palhinha and Danso.

Vicario had a quiet day at goal but did his part with a tidy clearance and a safe handling of a late cross. The back four, marshalled by Romero, looked solid, while Spence and Porro offered width on the flanks. The result underscored a productive start for a largely new-look Spurs team, especially in attack where Kudus linked play and Richarlison finished clinically.

The win highlights Spurs’ willingness to balance experience with youth. Kudus’ creativity in the final third lets Richarlison act as a focal point in the box, while Sarr’s through ball shows how the midfield is forging a quicker, more direct connection with the attackers. Archie Gray’s composed display at 19 suggests a potential long-term plan that leans on internal growth rather than constant transfer churn. Still, a 3-0 victory in week one invites questions about sustainability. How the squad handles tougher fixtures, rotation across a busy schedule, and defensive discipline will determine whether this start translates into a genuine challenge for the top six.

Highlights

Momentum is promising, but the real test comes in the fixtures ahead.