English Premier League Round 2: Manchester City 0-2 Tottenham Hotspur. In a major early-season upset at the Etihad Stadium on August 23, 2025, Tottenham Hotspur secured a stunning 0-2 victory over reigning champions Manchester City. Two second-half goals gave Spurs a famous win and handed City a rare home defeat. The match was goalless at halftime, with City dominating possession but failing to break down a resolute Tottenham defense. The breakthrough came against the run of play when Tottenham's winger cut inside and fired a low shot into the corner. City pushed forward in search of an equalizer but were caught on the break in the final minutes, with Spurs sealing the win with a cool finish. The result sent shockwaves through the Premier League, with Tottenham making an early statement of intent and City dropping points at home for the first time that season. The Tottenham manager called it a "perfect away performance," while the City boss admitted his team lacked cutting edge in the final third.