Tottenham beat Manchester City to go top of Premier League

Brennan Johnson and João Palhinha scored as new boss Thomas Frank’s tactics stunned champions.

The Evening Standard reports that Tottenham Hotspur defeated Manchester City 2–0 at the Etihad Stadium, with goals from Brennan Johnson and João Palhinha:contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}.

New Spurs manager Thomas Frank’s high‑pressing game forced an error from City debutant goalkeeper James Trafford, allowing Palhinha to double the lead:contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}.

The result moved Spurs to the top of the Premier League and dented City’s early‑season hopes.

Frank praised his team’s discipline, while City rued missed chances and defensive lapses.