Spurs thrashed 3-0 at Brentford in woeful opener

Tottenham's Premier League return turned into a nightmare as Brentford ran riot in west London.

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What happened. Tottenham lost 3-0 to Brentford in their Premier League opener, with goals from Lewis-Potter, Janelt, and Kayode.

• Brentford scored early through Lewis-Potter in the 12th minute.
• Spurs' poor play gifted goals, including a penalty let-off for Brentford.
• Kinsky saved a shot but Kayode tapped in the rebound for the third.

Spurs will need to regroup quickly after a heavy opening-day defeat.

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