“What an introduction to Premier League football,” said Gary Neville.
It took Japhet Tanganga only 106 seconds of his Premier League debut to adhere himself to the Tottenham Hotspur fans.
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This attack looked a goal from the second you see Christian Eriksen ‘tracking’ Roberto Firmino, but Tanganga came to the rescue with a brilliant goal-line clearance to prevent Liverpool from taking an early lead.
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It was great awareness from the youngster to leave Sadio Mane spare and spot the danger, as Firmino’s shot was destined for the bottom corner.
So far, so good for the 20-year-old defender.
Only another 5,294 seconds to get through tonight.