Tottenham Hotspur's Struggles Evident in Goalless Draw Against Luton Town in Pre-Season Friendly

Tottenham Hotspur's second-string squad, featuring new signings and established players, failed to impress in a goalless draw against League One side Luton Town in a pre-season friendly. Despite having players like Mohammed Kudus, Brennan Johnson, and Yves Bissouma on the field, the team struggled to create significant chances and was outplayed by the more prepared Luton outfit.

By Chris Posiano

July 26, 2025 at 8:41 PM

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In a disappointing display for Tottenham Hotspur's second-string squad, the team fell short against League One opposition in a goalless draw against Luton Town. The match, held at Kenilworth Road, saw Spurs struggle to fashion chances against a Luton outfit that appeared more prepared and fitter for the encounter.

Tottenham's lineup featured new summer signing Mohammed Kudus, regulars Micky van de Ven, Brennan Johnson, Mathys Tel, and Yves Bissouma, along with goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. Despite the presence of star players, the team's attacking quality was lacking, with just two shots on goal throughout the match.

Luton Town, on the other hand, showed flashes of creativity and posed a significant threat to the Spurs defense. Goalkeeper Josh Keeley, who recently moved from a Premier League club, made crucial saves to keep the match scoreless. Substitute goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky also had a solid performance, denying Luton's Millenic Alli and Nakhi Wells in the second half.

Manager Thomas Frank's tactical experiments, such as a fluid front four and formation changes, did not yield the desired results. The team's lack of attacking opportunities and struggles to keep up with Luton's pace left Frank with more questions than answers after the match.

In another friendly on the same day, a separate Tottenham XI drew 2-2 against League One side Wycombe Wanderers. The match saw Spurs take the lead through Pape Sarr, but Wycombe fought back with two goals from Junior Quitirina. Sarr's second goal secured a draw for the visitors.

The mixed results in pre-season friendlies have raised concerns about Tottenham's preparations for the upcoming season. Thomas Frank will need to address the team's attacking issues and tactical shortcomings to ensure they can compete at the highest level.

As the team continues its pre-season campaign, fans and analysts will be eagerly watching to see how Frank intends to improve the squad's performance and ensure success in the upcoming season.