Alli fires Spurs past Newcastle to begin season with win

England star, Dele Alli, made the difference for Tottenham Hotspur as they kicked off their Premier League season with a 2-1 win over Newcastle United.

Spurs were the first to score from a header by Jan Vertonghen in the 8th minute.

The hosts rallied back and equalised about 4 minutes after, when Joselu headed in Matt Ritchie’s superb cross after being left unmarked six yards from goal.

Alli crowned the game up with an 18th-minute goal, heading Serge Aurier’s cross past goalkeeper Martin Dubravka.

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Spurs held on to the lead and ensured they started their campaign with victory.

“I think it was important to start with three points,” Alli said after the match.

“It’s a long season and we have got to improve but it was a positive start. Last season I scored against Newcastle away and I want to keep improving as a player and as a squad.”

It was the second season in a row that Tottenham had won their opening fixture at Newcastle.

 

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