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Maddison’s Stroke of Luck Fuels Tottenham’s Win: Are They True Title Contenders?

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
August 26, 2023
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Maddison’s Stroke of Luck Fuels Tottenham’s Win: Are They True Title Contenders?
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Tottenham’s impressive beginning under Ange Postecoglou carried on as they secured a 2-0 victory against Bournemouth, propelling them to the top of the Premier League standings on Saturday.

Postecoglou’s team demonstrated resilience following the departure of their all-time leading goal scorer, Harry Kane, to Bayern Munich. New addition James Maddison played a pivotal role in their strong performance.

Maddison, who joined for £40 million from Leicester, netted his first goal for Tottenham just 17 minutes into the game, a deserved result for their dominance in the opening half.

During the second half, Bournemouth posed a potential threat, yet Dejan Kulusevski changed the game’s complexion by slotting Destiny Udogie’s cross into the corner shortly after the hour mark.

Maddison’s participation was uncertain due to an injury sustained after last weekend’s win against Manchester United, but he was deemed fit and his impact showcased his value in Postecoglou’s strategy.

Though Maddison’s goal was somewhat fortunate, resulting from a slightly mishit shot from Pape Sarr’s well-placed pass that deceived the Bournemouth goalkeeper, it still highlighted his effectiveness.

Contrasting with Maddison’s brilliance, Richarlison struggled to fill the void left by Kane. The Brazilian forward’s frustration continued until he was substituted after an hour.

Richarlison had an opportunity to double Tottenham’s lead before halftime, but his attempt to cut inside while clean through was thwarted by Lloyd Kelly’s last-ditch tackle, averting danger.

Tottenham’s inability to seal the victory nearly cost them, with Bournemouth exhibiting energy in the second half. Antoine Semenyo came closest to leveling the score with a curling shot that grazed the side netting.

Ultimately, it was Tottenham who secured the decisive second goal through another rising star of the season. Udogie, who had been signed last summer but loaned back to Udinese, combined with Son Heung-min before providing the assist for Kulusevski’s goal.

This triumph puts Tottenham one point ahead of Arsenal, Brighton, and Manchester City, although they have played an additional match. Arsenal has an opportunity to regain the lead if they can maintain their perfect start to the season against Fulham later.

As the season is still in its early stages and all clubs are gearing up, it’s premature to identify a clear title contender. For the latest updates on this season’s EPL, rely on Federal Character News.

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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