Spurs 5 – 1 Charlton

Savio grabbed a objective and help on a dream debut as Tottenham thrashed Charlton to progress into the third spherical of the Carabao Cup.

The Brazilian, signed from Man Metropolis for £85m on Tuesday, was launched as a second-half substitute and took simply 11 minutes to open his account, including to the hype surrounding his arrival in north London.

Roberto De Zerbi named a robust facet to face the Championship opposition, with many senior names included within the beginning XI after Spurs’ dreadfully disappointing defeat to Brentford of their Premier League opener.

It was teenager Mikey Moore who lastly broke down a cussed Charlton defence although, smashing the ball by the fingers of Tiernan Brooks to attain his first Tottenham objective. That lead was rapidly doubled simply 5 minutes later, with Dominic Solanke neatly ending after the guests did not clear their strains.

A number of different excessive profile names have been launched after an hour, together with Kevin Danso who headed residence from a Mateus Fernandes free-kick along with his first contact. Nevertheless, Spurs followers will solely eager about the magic of Savio after he got here on within the 71st minute.

The ahead lower inside from the precise and fired neatly into the underside nook so as to add Spurs’ fourth, earlier than his scrappy effort deflected off veteran Ben Davies for a fifth simply three minutes later.

There was nonetheless time for Charlton to discover a comfort courtesy of the top of Lloyd Jones, however it meant little as Spurs cruised into third spherical, the place they are going to meet Liverpool at Anfield.

‘He lit the place up’ – All of the response from Savio’s electrical Spurs begin

Sky Sports activities’ Jamie Redknapp:

“He lit the place up. That is what Tottenham need. Gamers like that who can get you off your seat. Who can lower inside and hit a ferocious left footed shot. He was glorious.”

Sky Sports activities’ Jermaine Beckford:

“When gamers are filled with confidence, particularly attacking gamers, they prefer to assault at you. He is no completely different. The boldness is there to be seen.”

Tottenham striker Dominic Solanke:

“He did nice when he got here on. He will be a pleasure for all of us to look at. I am positive he might be a fan favorite. He confirmed what a participant he’s tonight. To get one objective and an help on his debut is nice.”

Sky Sports activities’ Callum Bishop:

“Rather a lot can occur in only one minute of soccer. Much more can occur in 20. As we now have simply seen, that is sufficient time to make your self a cult hero.

“Savio’s arrival at Tottenham was shrouded in query marks. Why have been Spurs prepared to half with a lot cash for a participant who managed simply three objective contributions within the Premier League final season?

“But, the second he stepped out onto the pitch in a white shirt, he was a livewire. Spurs followers worth leisure, they usually have been off their toes any time he received on the ball.

“The very fact there was some finish product that got here with the thrill is much more vital, particularly for a Spurs facet which have typically been lacklustre in assault.

“The opponents will get more durable, and Savio might want to rise to that. Nevertheless, as first outings go, having joined barely 24 hours in the past, you’ll be able to’t ask for way more.”

The important thing moments from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

26: CLOSE! Charlton go cross to breaking impasse with two near-misses.

30: SAVE! Brooks denies Grey with fingertips save.

40: GOAL! Moore opens Spurs account to offer hosts lead.

45: GOAL! Solanke makes it two with a sensible end.

67: GOAL! Danso heads residence with first contact to increase lead.

71: DEBUT! Savio makes his Spurs bow instead of Solanke.

82: GOAL! The second Savio dreamt off as he scores on his debut.

85: GOAL! Savio concerned once more as shot deflect off Davies for 5.

87: GOAL! Jones grabs comfort for Charlton from nook.