Spurs Fight Back for 2-2 Draw Against Manchester City

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Tottenham Hotspur recovered from a two-goal deficit at half-time to secure a 2-2 Premier League draw against Manchester City on Sunday.

Tottenham Hotspur secured a 2-2 draw against Manchester City at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday, 1 February 2026, after a spirited second-half comeback. Manchester City established a two-goal advantage before the interval. Rayan Cherki opened the scoring for City after 11 minutes, with Antoine Semenyo doubling their lead in the 44th minute.

Spurs emerged with renewed energy after the break, according to BBC Sport. Dominic Solanke initiated the fightback, scoring Tottenham's first goal in the 53rd minute. The England international then completed the comeback in the 70th minute, producing a memorable "scorpion kick" from a Conor Gallagher cross to level the scores.

The draw meant Manchester City dropped crucial points in the Premier League title race, now sitting six points adrift of leaders Arsenal. Spurs manager Thomas Frank reportedly made effective tactical adjustments during half-time, which transformed the team's performance.

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