Tottenham Hotspur secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Leeds United at Elland Road, with Mohammed Kudus scoring his first goal for the club. The win propels Spurs to second place in the Premier League standings.

The match was a pulsating affair, ending Leeds' impressive unbeaten home run that stretched back to September 2024. Mathys Tel opened the scoring for Tottenham in the 23rd minute, his shot deflecting off Pascal Struijk and into the top corner. Leeds responded in the 34th minute through Noah Okafor, who scored from close range.

Kudus' decisive moment arrived in the 57th minute when he cut in from the right and fired a low shot past Leeds goalkeeper Karl Darlow. Despite late pressure from the home side, Tottenham displayed defensive resilience to secure the three points.

Leeds had early opportunities, with Joe Rodon hitting the upright with a header. Joao Palhinha also had a shot blocked before Tottenham took the lead. Tel nearly added a second before halftime, heading against the bar.

After Kudus' goal, Leeds pressed for an equalizer, but Tottenham's defense held firm. The victory marks Tottenham's third consecutive win at Elland Road in the league, a feat they have never achieved before. Tottenham remains unbeaten in seven matches across all competitions.

Kudus' arrival from West Ham in the summer has added dynamism to Tottenham's attack, and his goal against Leeds showcased his ability to find the net from outside the box. The win demonstrates Tottenham's steel and determination under their manager, Thomas Frank, as they continue their strong start to the Premier League season.