Tottenham fans will love former Spurs star's brilliant claim on James Maddison | OneFootball

Tottenham Hotspur delivered a masterclass performance in the Premier League, stunning reigning champions Manchester City with a 4-0 victory at the Etihad Stadium.

The match, hailed as one of Spurs’ finest in recent years, showcased their ability to dominate even the toughest opponents.

The goals flowed freely, starting with James Maddison’s volley from a pinpoint Dejan Kulusevski cross in the 13th minute.

Tottenham fans will love former Spurs star's brilliant claim on James Maddison

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Just seven minutes later, Maddison struck again, delicately chipping Ederson after a clever one-two with Son Heung-Min.

Pedro Porro extended the lead in the second half with a curling effort, assisted by Dominic Solanke, and Brennan Johnson sealed the deal in stoppage time with a tap-in from Timo Werner’s delivery.

James Maddison stole the spotlight with his commanding display, silencing critics who questioned his recent absence from the starting XI.

His performance earned widespread praise, with former Spurs striker Clive Allen dubbing it his best in a Tottenham shirt.

"His second goal, I thought was absolutely brilliant. He plays the ball to son runs around the back of him where defenders are all concentrated around Sonny.

“His first touch to get it out of his feet and dink it over the goalkeeper was exquisite," said Allen in the latest episode of Inside Spurs.

Maddison’s contributions went beyond his two goals. He excelled defensively, winning key challenges and disrupting Manchester City’s midfield.

His creativity and technical brilliance were on full display, particularly in his second goal—a perfectly timed run and an elegant finish over the goalkeeper.

Notably, Maddison set Premier League records during the match.

He became the first player to score two goals against the reigning champions on his birthday and recorded the earliest brace ever scored away from home against a Premier League titleholder.

Also, Tottenham Hotspur midfielder has been recognised for his outstanding performance and two goals in the victory over Manchester City, earning a spot in the EAFC 25 Team of the Week for week 11 of the game.

A statement win with room for growth

While this victory underlined Tottenham’s potential, it also highlighted areas for improvement. Spurs have shown inconsistencies this season, but this result proves they can dismantle any team when everything clicks.

Manager Ange Postecoglou will hope this momentum carries into upcoming fixtures, including their Europa League clash against Roma.

Maddison’s performance, along with strong contributions from the entire squad, sets a high bar for the festive period and beyond.

Tottenham’s triumph over Manchester City isn’t just a win—it’s a statement. With players like Maddison leading the charge, Spurs fans can dare to dream of a season filled with more magical moments.