Richarlison scores late winner as 10-man Spurs beat Chelsea in Sydney friendly
Tottenham edged Chelsea 2-1 in a pre-season friendly played in Sydney, Australia. Spurs were reduced to 10 men after Kevin Danso received a red card but managed to hold on and then score a late winner through Richarlison in injury time. The victory marks another positive pre-season result for Tottenham, who continue their preparations ahead of the new Premier League campaign. Chelsea, meanwhile, will look to regroup from the defeat in the remaining pre-season fixtures.
Read the full story at skysports.comPre-season friendlies carry limited predictive value for league performance, but Tottenham's ability to win while a man down is a positive morale boost. Richarlison's late impact reinforces his role as a useful squad option, while Kevin Danso's red card is a minor disciplinary concern heading into competitive action. Chelsea's loss is inconsequential in terms of standings but may prompt tactical adjustments before the season opener.
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