Red Star Belgrade fell 4-0 to Tottenham Hotspur on 10 July 2026 at the Rajko Mitic Stadium, leaving the Serbian club with a heavy dent in their Champions League hopes.

What happened on the night?

Tottenham opened the scoring early, but the decisive blow came when Giovani Lo Celso netted his first goal for the club in the 27th minute. Son Heung‑min then struck twice – a powerful finish in the 55th minute and a close‑range tap‑in three minutes later – to complete a dominant display. Christian Eriksen added a late consolation in the 85th minute, sealing a 4-0 victory.

How did Red Star perform?

The hosts struggled to create clear chances. Goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga made a crucial save from Milan Pavkov, but defensive lapses allowed Tottenham to dominate. A chaotic scramble saw Harry Kane’s toe‑poke hit the post, Son’s follow‑up blocked, and Lo Celso eventually firing home. Red Star’s attempts, including a header from Rajiv van La Parra, were repeatedly thwarted by Tottenham’s organized defence.

Why does this matter for Red Star Belgrade?

The loss means Red Star sit four points behind Tottenham with two group matches remaining, jeopardising their chances of reaching the knockout stage. Their earlier 5-0 defeat in London compounded the pressure, leaving the Serbian side needing a win and a slip‑up from rivals to stay alive.

What’s next for the club?

Red Star must regroup quickly ahead of their next group fixture against Shakhtar Donetsk on 15 September 2026. Manager Dejan Stanković will likely tweak the midfield to add more steel, while the forwards will need to find a way to break down disciplined defenses. The upcoming match could be a make‑or‑break moment for their European campaign.