Follow live coverage as Tottenham Hotspur face Burnley today in the Premier League. Another top-flight season will be covered in full right here with The Independent, as reigning champions Liverpool look to fend off competition from Arsenal, Manchester City and more.
The race for the Champions League places should also be a compelling battle, with a fifth place possible for English teams. Manchester United’s latest rebuild under Ruben Amorim sets expectations high once more after a dismal season last time out.
Meanwhile, it’s Burnley, Leeds United and Sunderland who made it back to the elite after promotion last year and each will have hope they can make it more than a one-year stay. Follow the latest live action from the Premier League below:
Tottenham Hotspur FC 3 - 0 Burnley FC
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
17:03It all ends here at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, as Spurs take away all three points in a 3-0 win against Burnley. For Spurs, they will be delighted with the result and the clean sheet, something they struggled with last campaign. Richarlison gave the hosts an early lead, when he got on the end of a Kudus cross in the 10th minute of the game. It was then the same combination for the second goal, as Kudus manages to get past his man and get the ball into the area. This one was just behind Richarlison; however it made no difference to the outcome as the Brazilian hit a powerful scissor kick past Dubravka at the hour mark. For the third goal, Sarr found Johnson with a delightful through ball, as Johnson tapped home and scored his first of the season. Burnley had their chances through the game, most notably Anthony went close just moments before Richarlison doubled the lead. Burnley may have deserved a goal, who had an xG of 1.1; Spurs’ xG was 2.33, with the majority of that coming in the second half. The teams shared 30 shots in a thrilling opening day encounter. Tottenham will look ahead to a game at the Etihad against Man City; Burnley face a huge game next time out, as they host fellow promoted side Sunderland. Thanks everyone for tuning in and have a good day!
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:57FULL-TIME: Tottenham 3-0 Burnley
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:54Spurs now slowly moving the ball across the pitch, as Burnley half heartedly press. Understandable considering the circumstances. Tottenham will be walking away with three important points to start their season.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:51The fourth official adds on three minutes of additional time.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:50Former spurs academy graduate Edwards comes on for Anthony, who should have made it 1-1 in what feels like not too long ago.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:48Spence has a chance to make it four! Sarr and Spence link up well on the left-hand side, before Spence cuts back onto his right foot and shoots from and awkward angle – forcing a save from Dubravka. Spence should have perhaps looked for Solanke in the area, however at 3-0 up then I think you can understand the effort.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:44Substitution Mohammed Kudus Mathys Tel
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:42Tottenham have had nine shots in the second half, compared to Burnley’s four. After a difficult first half, Frank must have had some strong words for his players, who came out with a different fire inside of them for the second half.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:40After a goal to make it 3-0, Johnson makes way for Odobert, who is up against his former club.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:39Substitution Lucas Bergvall João Maria Lobo Alves Palhares Costa Palhinha Gonçalves
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:39After some great hold up and control from Solanke, he manages to get a left footed shot off from the edge of the area which goes just wide.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:33Substitution Oliver Sonne Loum Tchaouna
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:33Substitution Lyle Foster Zian Flemming
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:33After a solid display in midfield, Gray makes way for the experienced Bentancur.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:33Richarlison makes way for Solanke. Perhaps one of Richarlison’s best performances for Spurs so far – Frank will be keeping him wrapped up in cotton wool ahead of Man City next week.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:33Straight after Johnson made it three, Ugochukwu had a fantastic chance to get one back, however his effort goes just over the bar from the edge of the box.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:27JOHNSON MAKES IT 3-0. From back to front in seconds for Spurs as they take the game out of Burnley’s reach. Sarr finds Johnson’s run, who takes one touch away from the defender, then the next to tap past Dubravka.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:27Assist Pape Matar Sarr
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:22Substitution Hannibal Mejbri Jacob Bruun Larsen
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:22Substitution Josh Laurent Lesley Ugochukwu
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:21Two moments for Burnley to equalise. Hannibal looks to be in on goal, however he cuts back inside and Sarr is there to clear. Then moments later Foster has space in the area and finds Antony, who can’t get the power behind the shot to beat Vicario and it stays 1-0.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:21Goal Richarlison de Andrade
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:18Foster is found from a quick freekick and steals the ball of Spence – the referee is quick to give offside, however if not then Foster would have been through on goal.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:16On the last point, Spurs have started the half well – Burnley really struggling to get out of their half at the minute.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:15How has Richarlison not scored! Johnson finds space on the left-hand side and finds the Brazilian in the area. His first time effort is blocked by Esteve before the ball falls back to him and he beats his man, but this time Dubravka is there to make the save.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:10Kudus whips in a corner right in the middle of the six-yard box which Burnley struggle to defend. Van De Ven meets it, however his header is off target and over the bar.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:07We're underway for the second half here at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
16:04So far, Burnley are getting shots off at Vicario due to getting the ball forward quickly. They are not messing about at all at the back, and are trying to get the ball towards their main threats. Both Foster and Antony sit in the top five for Burnley players for touches, and both more than Richarlison and Johnson for Spurs.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:56For Tottenham's nice early play, it is Burnley who have perhaps impressed most in the first 45 minutes here in N17. Tottenham took an early lead, as Richarlison was on the end of Kudus’ cross to make it 1-0. At that point, this looked to be routine for Spurs, however, Burnley had most of the chances for the rest of the half, perhaps most notably Laurent’s effort which was parried away by Vicario. Tottenham lead slightly on xG after the first half, with 0.46, compared to Burnley’s 0.33. Opta’s win probability is still heavily favouring the hosts, with Spurs given an 84.5% chance of taking home all three points. Burnley have only been given a 3.1% chance, even after growing into the game.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:52HALF TIME: TOTTENHAM 1-0 BURNLEY
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:50VAR check for a penalty as Porro nudges Antony as he goes to reach for the cross, however it is deemed to not be a foul and play continues.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:46Laurent has a shot from the edge of the Tottenham area, which looks to be deflected from Bergvall. Vicario awkwardly flaps at it and sends it out for a corner.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:45Great play from Richarlison, and Bergvall to link up in midfield before finding Kudus on the right. Kudus then picks out Spence, who has a wild effort at goal, ending in a Burnley goal kick.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:43Incredible speed from Van De Ven. Foster though he may be through on the Tottenham goal, before Van De Ven comes to life and makes a crucial tackle to stop Foster.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:38All of the last nine shots in the game have been from the away side. Tottenham struggling to put any pressure on Dubravka.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:36After a miscommunication from Sarr and Kudus on the edge of the Burnley box, the away side break away. Romero proceeds to block Foster and give Burnley a freekick on the edge of the Tottenham box. Hannibal’s freekick is no test for the goalkeeper and is off target.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:33Although for what feels like a fairly comfortable display for Spurs so far, the last five have proved to be a difficult spell. Burnley now up to nine shots for the match, compared to Spurs’ four.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:32Romero’s stray pass into midfield is intercepted by Cullen who picks out Foster up front. Romero does well to recover and deflect Foster’s shot out for a corner.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:28Richarlison whips the ball out to Porro, before Kudus repeats his previous and gets a dangerous ball into the penalty area. Spurs look threatening when they switch it up a gear.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:28First sight of goal for the away side, as Laurent takes a shot from the edge of the box, which Vicario catches with ease. Just moments later, Walker takes a shot from range, but flies well over the crossbar.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:21To show Spurs’ opening domination, they have had 86.4% of the ball across the first 15. Quite outstanding.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:20Spurs are suffocating Burnley in the opening 15 minutes. The Clarets are really struggling to get out and put pressure on the Tottenham defence and Vicario. Spurs calming things down slightly when they get the ball also.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:17Richarlison has now scored 4 goals in 12 appearances in the Premier League against Burnley. He’ll be hoping to improve that tally in the rest of this game.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:12Goal Richarlison de Andrade
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:11Burnley didn’t concede more than one goal in any of their 46 league games last season. However, in the Premier League they’re without a clean sheet in 20 games since a 2-0 win at Fulham in December 2023.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:09Tottenham have had all the ball here in the early stages – moving it nicely across the pitch trying to find an opening. Burnley will be looking to get a hold of the ball and the game.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:08And after Dubravka hold the ball for longer than eight seconds, Tottenham are awarded a corner!
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:05Early chance for Spurs, the ball falls to Bergvall in the box, who can’t beat Dubravka. The following corner leads to nothing. Strong start for Spurs.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:04KICKOFF
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
15:02Here we go, after months of waiting for Spurs and Burnley fans, now is the moment it all starts again. For Spurs, anything other than a win will be seen as a failure, whereas, Burnley will be hoping they can show up and send a shockwave to the Premier League.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
14:47Burnley start with four of their summer signings so far here at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Walker, Hartman, Anthony and Dubravka all start for the Clarets. Perhaps most importantly, Esteve starts at the back – someone who signed a new deal in the recent weeks after much speculation of a move away.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
14:47Tottenham make three changes to the side that faced PSG on Wednesday night. After the quick turnaround, both Bentancur and Palhinha drop to the bench, with Gray and Bergvall starting together. The other change is due to the tactical switch from a three back to a back four – Johnson comes in for Danso. Kudus is the only summer arrival to start here for Spurs.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
14:41BURNLEY Subs: Joe Worrall, Jacob Braun Larsen, Lesley Ugochukwu, Marcus Edwards, Max Weiss, Loum Tchaouna, Zian Flemming, Aaron Ramsey, Lucas Pires.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
14:41BURNLEY (5-4-1): Martin Dubravka; Maxime Estève, Hjalmar Ekdal, Kyle Walker, Quilindschy Hartman, Oliver Sonne; Jaidon Anthony, Josh Laurent, Josh Cullen, Hannibal Mejbri; Lyle Foster.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
14:41TOTTENHAM subs: Kevin Danso, Joao Palhinha, Mathys Tel, Luka Vuskovic, Dominic Solanke, Wilson Odobert, Rodrigo Bentancur, Antonin Kinsky, Ben Davies.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
14:36TOTTENHAM (4-2-3-1): Guglielmo Vicario, Djed Spence, Micky van de Ven, Cristian Romero, Pedro Porro, Lucas Bergvall, Archie Gray, Brennan Johnson, Pape Matar Sarr, Mohammed Kudus, Richarlison.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
14:36Burnley on the other hand come of the back of a remarkable season, where they were promoted to the Premier League. Across the whole league season, they only conceded 16 goals – an incredible achievement. However, goalkeeper James Trafford has moved on to Manchester City. This season is expected to be about survival, however the whole Burnley camp will see that as a huge possibility.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
14:30Unlike most, Tottenham have already played a competitive game this season. It ended in heart break, after a late collapse v PSG led to them losing the UEFA Super Cup final. After a 17th place finish last season, manager Ange Postecoglou was sacked by the club. Former Brentford boss Thomas Frank has come into the club to take over, and will be hoping for a much better finish than 17th this time out.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
14:30Hello everyone. Welcome to this live text commentary from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, as Spurs face Burnley in the Premier League.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
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