Spurs open Premier League with thrashing over Clarets
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Frank used a 4-2-3-1 formation but, surprisingly, Lucas Bergvall was the most advanced midfielder. He pressed Burnley’s defence along with Richarlison and went on a couple of impressive driving runs with the ball. Throughout pre-season, Pape Matar Sarr tended to be the most advanced midfielder.
Two goals from Richarlison help Thomas Frank win his first Premier League match in charge of Tottenham against newly promoted Burnley.
Tottenham Hotspur entertained Burnley at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium earlier today as they looked to secure all three points at home. Spurs made a quick start to the game and got their noses ahead
Thomas Frank spoke to the media at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium after our 3-0 win against Burnley on Saturday. Richarlison scored two fine goals - both assisted by Mo Kudus on his Premier League debut in Lilywhite - to set us on our way before Brennan Johnson's clinical finish for 3-0 on 66 minutes.
Tottenham Hotspur launched the Thomas Frank era in emphatic style with a convincing 3-0 Premier League victory over promoted Burnley on Saturday as Richarlison's majestic double set the tone for a dominant home performance.
Video highlights & recapBelow is the latest Thomas Frank reaction, speaking after his Premier League debut as Spurs boss. What did Thomas Frank say after beating Burnley in Spurs debut?"Perfect start or dream start we all know we need to follow up on it.
Burnley boss Scott Parker praises Kyle Walker's performance despite his side losing their Premier League season opener against Tottenham at Turf Moor.