Solanke’s Scorpion Kick Stuns Manchester City and Earns Tottenham a Dramatic Draw

Tottenham Hotspur stopped Manchester City with a thrilling 2–2 draw at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, in a match that completely changed course thanks to one of the most spectacular goals of the season. City squandered a two-goal lead as a stunning scorpion kick rewrote the script.

The side led by Pep Guardiola dominated the first half and looked on track for a crucial victory in the Premier League title race. However, the second half had a clear protagonist who ignited the stadium and shifted the momentum entirely.

City opened the scoring in the 11th minute with a long-range strike from Rayan Cherki, whose deflected shot caught Guglielmo Vicario off guard. Before halftime, the visitors struck again after a recovery by Rodri, a pass from Bernardo Silva, and a composed finish by Antoine Semenyo to make it 0–2.

With that advantage, the Citizens appeared to have the match under control. Possession, tempo, and chances all pointed toward a comfortable away win.

Tottenham returned from the break with a different attitude. In the 53rd minute, Dominic Solanke pulled one back after an individual effort inside the box. The goal was reviewed and confirmed by VAR, reigniting the home crowd.

The moment of madness arrived in the 71st minute. Following a cross from Conor Gallagher, Solanke improvised an audacious scorpion kick inside the area. The breathtaking finish left the defense and goalkeeper frozen, sending the stadium into euphoria and sealing the 2–2 draw.

That goal completely altered the match’s emotional balance. Manchester City lost its composure, while Tottenham rode the wave of momentum sparked by a play that is already going viral worldwide.

With the draw, Manchester City moved to 47 points, remaining six behind Arsenal, the Premier League leaders. For Spurs, the point feels like a symbolic victory—powered by a scorpion kick that will stand as one of the defining images of the season.