James Maddison scored on his return from a 17‑month injury layoff to inspire Tottenham Hotspur to their first Premier League win of the season, a 3‑1 victory.
The English midfielder, who has been sidelined since early 2025, marked his comeback by finding the net in the first half, giving the London club the lead and setting the tone for the match.
Tottenham had entered the fixture without a league win, having drawn or lost their previous outings this campaign. Maddison’s goal helped break the winless streak and was followed by two further Tottenham goals that sealed the 3‑1 scoreline.
The Premier League, England’s top‑flight football competition, features 20 clubs competing from August to May. Tottenham Hotspur, a five‑time champion, have struggled to find form early in the current season.
Securing the win not only provides the team with three points but also offers a morale boost as they look to improve their standing in the league table in the weeks ahead.
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