Matheus Fernandes, who joined Tottenham for a big fee, scored a stunning goal on his debut for the club against MK Dons.
The Portuguese midfielder made an immediate impression under manager Roberto de Zerbi, brightening Spurs’ pre-season campaign with some of his best moments.
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Matheus Fernandes goal vs MK Dons
Fernandes, who started in a new-look midfield trio alongside Sandro Tonali and Conor Gallagher, took just three minutes to open his account for Tottenham in Wednesday night’s behind-closed-doors friendly at Hotspur Way.
Following a Matthijs Tell corner kick early on, MK Dons goalkeeper Craig McGillivray cleared the ball to the edge of the penalty area.
Fernandes, expecting the ball to fall, met it with a volley and fired a powerful blow that went from inside the post and into the back of the goal.
This incredible strike was the only goal in a 1-0 win against the League One side and sent a powerful statement to Spurs fans after their £85m arrival from West Ham.
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Matheus Fernandes says this is his favorite goal of his career so far
Speaking to club media after the final whistle, the 22-year-old midfielder was overjoyed with his breathtaking debut goal and admitted it was at the top of his highlight reel.
“That was my favorite goal of my career, by a mile,” he said after the match (quoted via BBC).
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“I have to do this a lot to get shots outside the box, but I know I can do it.
“It just gives me confidence for the rest of my days.”
The Portuguese star’s immediate impact will be a huge boost for Tottenham as De Zerbi’s side continue to prepare for their Premier League opener against Brentford.
