Why it's trending
The match is trending because it was the first-ever London derby played outside London, and it ended with a dramatic injury-time winner. Tottenham's 2-1 victory, despite playing with 10 men after a red card, and Chelsea's new away kit debut also generated significant fan engagement.
Tottenham secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Chelsea in Sydney to win the Sydney Super Cup, according to Sky Sports. Richarlison scored in the 92nd minute after Jamie Donley's shot ricocheted off the post, and the substitute tapped into an empty net. Kevin Danso had been sent off four minutes after coming on at half-time, but Spurs still managed to hold on and extend their pre-season winning streak to four matches under Roberto De Zerbi.
Sky Sports reported that Sandro Tonali scored his first goal for Tottenham since his £100m switch from Newcastle, opening the scoring in the 21st minute. Chelsea equalized through Estevao's header, but they failed to capitalize on the red card, registering only four shots on target. Goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky made two fine saves to deny Joao Pedro and Estevao, keeping Spurs in the game.
The match was a historic first, as Chelsea's official site noted it was the first-ever London derby between the two sides played outside the capital. Chelsea also debuted their new 2026/27 away kit, featuring a black base with Midwest Gold trim. The Blues had won their opening pre-season match 6-4 against Western Sydney Wanderers, with Joao Pedro scoring a nine-minute hat-trick, according to the club.
Tottenham's pre-season form has been strong, with wins over MK Dons, Auckland FC, Sydney FC (on penalties), and now Chelsea. Their next fixtures include Getafe and Hoffenheim in August. Chelsea, meanwhile, will look to regroup after a mixed pre-season performance, with the new kit and squad adjustments under Xabi Alonso's management.
This fixture may signal a changing dynamic in the London rivalry, with Spurs showing resilience under De Zerbi and Chelsea still finding form. Fans will be watching to see if Tottenham can carry this momentum into the regular season.
Timeline
- Tottenham 1-0 MK Dons
Spurs' first pre-season win at their training ground, per Sky Sports.
- Tottenham 2-0 Auckland FC
Tottenham continued their pre-season tour with a win in Auckland, per Sky Sports.
- Tottenham 1-1 Sydney FC (4-2 on pens)
Spurs beat Sydney FC on penalties at the Sydney Super Cup, per Sky Sports.
- Chelsea 1-2 Tottenham
Tottenham won the Sydney Super Cup with Richarlison's 92nd-minute winner, despite Danso's red card. Tonali scored his first Spurs goal, Estevao equalized, per Sky Sports.
- Tottenham vs Getafe
Scheduled behind-closed-doors friendly at Spurs' training ground, per Sky Sports.
- Tottenham vs Hoffenheim
Scheduled friendly at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, per Sky Sports.
Questions people ask
Who scored in the Chelsea vs Spurs Sydney Super Cup match?
Sandro Tonali scored first for Spurs in the 21st minute, Estevao equalized for Chelsea with a header, and Richarlison scored the winner in the 92nd minute, according to Sky Sports.
Why was Kevin Danso sent off?
Sky Sports reported that Kevin Danso was sent off in the second half, four minutes after coming on at the break, but did not specify the reason. He left Spurs with 10 men.
What was special about this London derby?
Chelsea's official site confirmed it was the first-ever London derby between Chelsea and Tottenham to be played outside the capital, taking place at Accor Stadium in Sydney.
What kit did Chelsea wear?
Chelsea debuted their new 2026/27 away kit, which features a black base with Midwest Gold trim, as per the club's website.
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