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Fernandes Scores Early, Dubravka Debuts as Spurs Dominate

7/23/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Mateus Fernandes scored in the third minute after Mathys Tel's corner was punched by Craig MacGillivray and the ball rebounded off the post.
Tottenham held 71% possession and took nine shots, four on target.
Goalkeeper Martin Dubravka debuted, saving a late header.
Tottenham will travel to Auckland FC in New Zealand on 25 July 2026 for their next pre-season match.

History

Historical Context

Manchester United’s July 1975 friendly at Auckland’s Newmarket Park marked the first English top-flight club match in New Zealand, drawing thousands and sparking local interest. Building on that legacy, Tottenham Hotspur will travel to Auckland FC on 25 July 2026, continuing the trend of overseas pre-season tours that exploit markets served by venues such as Eden Park, which seats 50,000.

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Story summary

Mateus Fernandes scored in the third minute after Mathys Tel's corner was punched by Craig MacGillivray and the ball rebounded off the post.
Tottenham held 71% possession and took nine shots, four on target.
Goalkeeper Martin Dubravka debuted, saving a late header.
Tottenham will travel to Auckland FC in New Zealand on 25 July 2026 for their next pre-season match.

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