Match ReportSky SportsUnverified source· 26 Aug 2026
Savio Shines on Debut as Spurs Cruise Past Charlton
Savio lit up his Tottenham debut with a goal and assist in just 20 minutes.
Tottenham— – —
NS · Premier League
NewcastleCompetition
Carabao Cup
Score
Tottenham 5-1 Charlton
Scorer(s)
Savio (one goal)
Venue
Tottenham's home ground
What happened. Savio scored and assisted in a 20-minute cameo on his Tottenham debut, helping them to a 5-1 win over Charlton in the Carabao Cup.
- Savio joined from Manchester City for £85m on Tuesday.
- Jamie Redknapp praised Savio for lighting up the match.
- De Zerbi challenged Savio to score 10-12 goals this season.
“He lit the place up. This is what Tottenham want.”
— Jamie Redknapp
De Zerbi expects more goals from Savio to improve Spurs' attack.
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