LONDON: Tottenham Hotspur’s initially improved performance against Newcastle United gave way once again to familiar failings in Saturday’s limp 2-0 loss, leaving coach Roberto De Zerbi’s attempt to establish a connection with their fans in tatters. After a dreadful display at Brentford last weekend, in which the scoreline of 3-0 arguably flattered the visitors, Spurs looked sharper for much of the first hour against Newcastle before any optimism was dashed by two cheap goals. Spurs showed glimpses of the crisp attacking play De Zerbi was hired to bring.

Too many players are off the pace and although Tottenham brushed aside Charlton, Newcastle will be a tougher challenge

Roberto De Zerbi called out new signings van Hecke, Senesi, and Tonali for poor fitness after Tottenham's 3-0 loss to Brentford ahead of