Fri Sep 27 04:24:34 UTC 2024: ## Spurs Survive Red Card to Secure First Champions League Win
**Baku, Azerbaijan:** Tottenham Hotspur secured their first win in the Women’s Champions League, overcoming a difficult start that saw them go down to ten men early in the match.
The match was delayed before kick-off, leading to a sparse crowd by the time the final whistle blew. However, the drama unfolded on the pitch, as Tottenham defender Dragusin was sent off within the first few minutes.
Despite the early setback, Spurs rallied and ultimately secured a 3-0 victory thanks to goals from Johnson, Sarr, and Solanke. Qarabag threatened throughout the game, but couldn’t find a way to convert their chances.
“Very happy to get the win,” said Tottenham striker Solanke, who scored the third goal. “The boys fought hard; going down to 10 men early on could have made it difficult.”
He added, “We grew into the game and got the job done.”
The match saw some tense moments, with Qarabag awarded a penalty in the 57th minute. However, Bayramov’s shot went over the bar.
Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou was pleased with his team’s resilience. “It looked like it could go very wrong when Dragusin was sent off early on, but they have come through it thanks to goals from Johnson, Sarr and Solanke,” he said.
The win will give Tottenham a much-needed boost as they continue their Champions League campaign.
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