Tottenham vs Man City LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction today
The champions will aim to bounce back after losing to Leicester in the Community Shield, while Nuno begins life at Spurs without Harry Kane in the squad
The Premier League champions Manchester City travel to London to face Tottenham Hotspur in their first game of their title defence. Pep Guardiola’s side strolled to their third title in four years, and added Jack Grealish for £100m to further cement their status as favourites to secure back-to-back titles.
While another blockbuster move for Spurs captain Harry Kane could yet materialise, with the England forward eyeing a move away amid a transition this summer and Nuno Espirito Santo taking over. Spurs will have to contend with playing in this season’s Europa Conference League too, though pre-season has shown some positive signs, while Leicester City defeated the Cityzens in the Community Shield, which could prompt a reaction here.
Guardiola is fearful of another slow start to the season, having dropped points in five of the opening eight games last term: “Before, it was four or five weeks for preparation in pre-season, now (Thursday) is the first day we were all together. It is completely different. It is similar to last season when we played against Wolves without any friendly games having been played. People asked me how the team was and I didn’t know! I hadn’t seen them. That is why the mentality, and being strong in the head will be important.
“We know we are still a way from our best condition. We couldn’t have a pre-season for 75 or 80 per cent of the players but the most important thing we did last season was adjust, adapt and not complain. Day by day, week by week, game by game, we rejoined the players to the team dynamic and put them in the best condition. That’s why we had success last season because we did not cry in the beginning.”
Follow live updates, analysis and reaction from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with build-up to the big game and updates from the end of Newcastle vs West Ham:
Premier League: Newcastle 0-0 West Ham
2 min: So close from the Hammers!
Almiron did well at the post but forces another corner.
Premier League: Newcastle 0-0 West Ham
1 min: West Ham corner after early pressure from the visitors.
Premier League: Newcastle vs West Ham
There is just five minutes to go until kick-off in the penultimate game of the opening Premier League weekend.
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Premier League: Newcastle vs West Ham
David Moyes speaks ahead of kick-off.
He told Sky: “We are much happier this year than we were this time last year.
“I think we feel in a good place. We have good players, let’s hope they enjoy a season full of supporters.”
Premier League: Newcastle vs West Ham
West Ham’s Michail Antonio could make club history today.
He is just one goal away from equalling the Hammers’ top scorer in the Premier League
Antonio has scored 46 league goals and one more would draw him level with Paolo Di Canio.
Premier League: Newcastle vs West Ham
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Premier League: Newcastle vs West Ham
The players are ready to get going in the league and it’s understandable as the crowds are back in full force.
The noise from the stands has been a welcome return and the supporters will make themselves heard at St. James’ Park.
Premier League: Newcastle vs West Ham
The Hammers will be looking to not let last season repeat itself as Steve Bruce’s side defeated them twice in the league.
David Moyes’ club suffered 2-0 and 3-2 defeats.
Will Newcastle continue their good run over West Ham? We will find out on just under 40 minutes time.
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