Spurs appear to be dismantling their rivals in stunning fashion, with new signing Savio contributing against his former club
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly putting Manchester City to the sword with a 5-0 lead, a scoreline that would rank among the most lopsided results in the history of this fixture. Ben Davies, a defender not exactly known for his goal-scoring exploits, got on the scoresheet, while Savio, the Brazilian winger who just joined Spurs from City, contributed against his former employers almost immediately.
A Savinho shot deflected into the net, and Davies followed up within three minutes, giving Tottenham a goal and an assist in a blink.
Savio turns on his old club
Tottenham completed a deal for the Brazilian winger on August 25, 2026, paying an initial fee of £75 million that could rise to £85 million with add-ons. During his time at City, Savio, who went by Savinho, racked up 84 appearances. He contributed seven goals and 16 assists across his tenure.
Ben Davies: unlikely goalscorer
His last notable goal came in a 1-1 draw against Sunderland on January 4, 2026. That was his first goal in over two years at the time.
A pattern emerging at the Etihad
Tottenham already dismantled Manchester City 4-0 at the Etihad Stadium during the 2025/26 season, a result that ended City’s long-standing unbeaten home record.
City received £75 million for Savio, money that was presumably earmarked for reinforcements.
