Tottenham 0-0 Everton: Spurs blanked again as new era falters

Tottenham's search for a Premier League goal this season continues after a toothless 0-0 draw at home to Everton. The result marks a grim milestone for the club, as they have now failed to score in their opening four league games—a record that has not been seen in the top flight since 2006.

Despite a summer spending spree exceeding £300m, Roberto De Zerbi's side struggled to create genuine threats against Jordan Pickford's goal. The atmosphere inside the stadium grew increasingly tense as the match progressed, with the home supporters jeering the players at the final whistle. The goalless streak has now reached 407 minutes, casting doubt on the early stages of the club's supposed 'brave new era'.

I'm sorry to the fans. We are sorry to the fans. They were fantastic, especially in the first part of the game because when they see the team is playing well, pushing to find the solution they were inside the pitch with my players. Roberto De Zerbi

De Zerbi admitted that confidence is currently a major issue for his squad. He noted that while the team showed promise in the opening 30 minutes, they faded as anxiety grew. Everton, despite also lacking a clinical edge, defended resolutely, with Jarrad Branthwaite delivering an outstanding performance to stifle Spurs' attacking options.

The pressure is mounting on the Italian manager to turn things around after two previous seasons of mediocrity. With the new signings struggling to gel and the team appearing devoid of attacking creativity, the early optimism surrounding the revolution at Tottenham is rapidly turning into concern among the fanbase.