Tottenham Hotspur have opened the 2026/27 Premier League campaign without a single goal, a barren run that has stretched beyond 400 minutes and left the Lilywhites teetering above the relegation zone. Roberto De Zerbi, appointed to replace Igor Tudor, has been forced into weekly reshuffles as he searches for a breakthrough. The lack of firepower has seen the team endure goalless draws at Nottingham Forest and Everton, the latter a home fixture that could seal their survival if a draw is enough to keep them two points clear of West Ham United in the final relegation spot.

De Zerbi’s tenure began under a cloud of uncertainty. An early injury to midfielder Pape Sarr, sidelined from Senegal’s friendly with Gambia, left the squad with a thin midfield roster and limited preparation time. With only seven league games remaining before the season’s end, the Italian coach has had to balance squad rotation with the urgency of securing points. Yet, despite the offensive woes, his tactical imprint is becoming evident. Spurs have adopted a high‑pressing 4‑2‑3‑1, with a back four of Gray, van Hecke, van der Ven and Robertson, a midfield anchored by Sandro Tonali and Bentancur, and an attacking trio of Savio, Mateus Fernandes and Marmoush supporting striker Son Heung‑min. The system has produced the division’s best record for winning the ball back in the final third – an average of 5.3 recoveries per game since De Zerbi’s arrival – suggesting a shift in intensity even if the goals have not followed.

The club’s hierarchy has remained publicly supportive of De Zerbi, emphasizing patience as the coaching staff works to convert dominance into goals. Internal metrics show improved chance creation and higher shot volumes, but finishing has lagged behind expectations. For now, the message from the top is clear: back the project, trust the process, and let the results follow. As Spurs approach a pivotal stretch of fixtures, the pressure will mount to turn promising performances into points—and, crucially, goals.