Tottenham Escapes League Cup Upset with Late Goals
Tottenham Hotspur survived a scare in the Carabao Cup third round, escaping a potential upset with two late goals to defeat Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-1 at Molineux Stadium on Wednesday night.
Wolves, having already defeated Manchester United at Old Trafford in this competition, started brightly and looked to be on their way to another major upset. Raul Jimenez opened the scoring in the 17th minute, finishing coolly after a clever flick from Matheus Cunha.
Spurs struggled to find their rhythm in the first half, with Ange Postecoglou opting to field a much-changed side from the weekend's Premier League win over Liverpool. The second half saw a more spirited performance from the visitors, but Wolves remained resilient, holding onto their lead for much of the game.
However, Tottenham's persistence finally paid off in the final stages. Son Heung-min equalized in the 85th minute, slotting home from close range after a precise cross from Destiny Udogie. Just four minutes later, Yves Bissouma completed the turnaround, scoring with a thunderous volley from outside the box to seal the victory for Spurs.
Key Takeaways
- Resilience: Tottenham's ability to find a way to win despite a slow start and a difficult first half is a testament to their growing resilience under Postecoglou.
- Attacking Options: The introduction of Son Heung-min and Dejan Kulusevski in the second half proved decisive, highlighting the depth and quality in Tottenham's attack.
- Wolves' Threat: Despite the defeat, Wolves displayed their attacking prowess, with Jimenez and Cunha posing a constant threat to the Tottenham defense.
Looking Ahead
Tottenham will be hoping to carry this momentum into their upcoming Premier League fixture against Sheffield United, while Wolves will be looking to bounce back in their next match against Nottingham Forest.
This victory sees Tottenham progress into the fourth round of the Carabao Cup, where they will be hoping to continue their journey towards the coveted trophy.
