Kulusevski returns after 526 days as Tottenham claim first league win

Tottenham secured their first Premier League victory of the season with a 3-1 win over Coventry, marking a significant turnaround after a winless start. Dejan Kulusevski made his much-anticipated return from injury, having been sidelined for 526 days. The match took place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where the team aimed to lift the spirits of fans following a challenging beginning to the campaign.

James Maddison, in his first competitive start for Spurs since May 2025, opened the scoring with a stunning curled shot into the top corner. His performance was pivotal, as he effectively linked the team's attacking play, which had appeared disjointed in previous matches. However, Coventry equalised shortly after half-time through Jack Rudoni, temporarily dampening Tottenham's momentum.

Spurs responded well, regaining the lead with Omar Marmoush's first goal for the club, a precise strike into the far corner. The team, which had struggled to maintain leads in home matches, showed resilience this time. The atmosphere improved further when Kulusevski came off the bench in the 85th minute, marking a triumphant return to the pitch.

Ben Davies capped off the victory with a surprise goal in stoppage time, ensuring a comprehensive win for Tottenham. This result moved Spurs up to 16th in the table, level on points with Coventry but ahead on goal difference. The team will now look to build on this success as they prepare for their upcoming match against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

The win could signify a turning point for Tottenham as they aim to recover from their poor start to the season. With Maddison's influential performance and Kulusevski's return, there is hope that the team can find their rhythm and improve in the coming fixtures. The match against Chelsea will be a crucial test as Spurs seek to establish momentum moving forward.

via Sky Sports