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Dominic Solanke Nets Brace, Scorpion Kick Earns Spurs Draw at Man City

Returning from 139 days out after ankle surgery, the striker is on four in four with Thomas Frank estimating his fitness at 70–80 percent.

Overview

  • Solanke scored twice in the 2-2 draw, including a scorpion-kick equaliser that capped Tottenham’s second-half fightback.
  • His first goal stood after a VAR review, reflecting a contentious finish that shifted momentum toward Spurs.
  • He rolled his ankle in the 90th minute and was substituted, later telling Sky Sports he expects to be fine.
  • Seventeen-year-old Jun’ai Byfield replaced him for his Premier League debut as stoppage time began.
  • Frank highlighted Solanke’s importance but cautioned he is not fully fit, with Spurs’ attack still stretched by injuries to James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski and Mohammed Kudus.