Dominic Solanke Delivers Positive Injury News Following Tottenham's Thrilling Draw
Dominic Solanke has offered Tottenham Hotspur fans a major sigh of relief, confirming he does not believe his late-game injury is serious after starring in a dramatic 2-2 Premier League draw against Manchester City on Sunday. The England international was forced off in the 90th minute, sparking concern, but has since downplayed the issue.
A Brace and a Brilliant Equaliser
The striker emerged as Spurs' hero in a remarkable second-half comeback at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. After a dismal first-half display that saw the home side fall two goals behind to strikes from Rayan Cherki and Antoine Semenyo, the team transformed after the interval.
Solanke ignited the fightback, bundling home his first goal on 53 minutes to halve the deficit. Then, with 20 minutes remaining, he produced a moment of sheer ingenuity to level the scores. A Conor Gallagher cross arrived slightly behind the 28-year-old, but he instinctively flicked out his right boot in a spectacular scorpion kick that looped over goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma and into the net.
Solanke's Post-Match Assessment and Injury Update
Despite the late limp that saw him substituted, Solanke was optimistic when speaking to Sky Sports. ‘I’ll be good,’ he stated. ‘I just rolled my ankle a little bit, but I’ll be fine.’ This update will be warmly welcomed by manager Thomas Frank, especially given Solanke's recent return to form after an ankle injury that sidelined him for much of the first half of the season.
Reflecting on the match, Solanke described it as ‘a game of two halves.’ He admitted the first period was difficult, with Spurs struggling to get near Pep Guardiola's dominant side. ‘The second half was a different story,’ he said. ‘We were great and grew with confidence and belief and could have gone on to win it.’ He credited tactical adjustments at half-time and emphasised the need for the team to start games with more intensity.
Context and Looking Ahead for Spurs
The draw leaves Tottenham in 14th place in the Premier League table, but the rousing second-half performance provides a foundation for optimism. Solanke highlighted the team's current four-game unbeaten run and the importance of unity. ‘When we are all together I think we can fly,’ he remarked, urging for continued support from the fans.
His return to fitness and goal-scoring form has been a significant boost. Since coming back in January from his long-term ankle issue, he has found the net in the Champions League against Borussia Dortmund and Eintracht Frankfurt, and now has a Premier League brace to his name. All eyes will now be on his recovery as Spurs aim to build momentum from this spirited display against the champions.
