Newcastle United beat Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 in the Premier League on Saturday, leaving the London club without a point after the opening two matches of the 2026-27 campaign.
The decisive moments came after half-time at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where neither side had managed to break the deadlock during a goalless first period. Newcastle United then found the breakthrough on 62 minutes before adding a second goal 10 minutes later.
Amar Dedic created the opening for Anthony Elanga, who converted to put the visitors in front. The goal gave Newcastle United the advantage in a match that had remained level through the first hour.
Tottenham Hotspur were unable to respond before Newcastle United extended their lead in the 72nd minute. Nick Woltemade provided the assist, with Yoane Wissa finishing the move to make it 2-0.
The result leaves Newcastle United with four points from their first two league fixtures. Tottenham Hotspur, by contrast, have no points after suffering defeats in both of their opening matches.
Tottenham Hotspur attempted to reduce the deficit during the closing stages, but their attacking play lacked the effectiveness needed to trouble Newcastle United or alter the outcome. The hosts were unable to find a goal before the final whistle, allowing the visitors to secure a convincing away victory.
The first-half stalemate had offered Tottenham Hotspur the chance to reset after the interval, but Newcastle United took control of the contest once the scoring began. Elanga’s goal broke the initial resistance, while Wissa’s strike put the result beyond Tottenham Hotspur’s reach.
For Newcastle United, the victory represents a strong return of four points from the opening two rounds of the Premier League. For Tottenham Hotspur, the defeat creates an early setback, with the club still waiting for its first point of the new campaign.
The London side’s failure to score also proved costly. Despite trying to improve their position after falling behind, Tottenham Hotspur could not turn their late pressure into a goal. Newcastle United held on to their advantage and completed a 2-0 win.
