Spurs 3-1 Coventry: James Maddison shines on Tottenham return
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Key Points:
- Tottenham Hotspur secured their first Premier League win of the season with a 3-1 victory over Coventry City, largely thanks to James Maddison's first start in 18 months following serious injuries.
- Maddison scored a spectacular goal early in the match, marking a significant boost for Spurs, who had struggled with poor results and low points per game since his last top-flight goal in February 2025.
- The win also featured the return of Dejan Kulusevski after 526 days out due to a knee injury, providing further optimism for the team's recovery.
- Despite the victory, Spurs' overall home and season records remain weak, with only six home league wins in 37 games and four league wins in 27 matches this year.
- Manager Roberto de Zerbi highlighted the positive impact of Maddison and Kulusevski on team morale and hopes to build on this success ahead of a challenging upcoming match against Chelsea.
