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91% passing accuracy! £100m Tottenham star delivers masterclass performance for Italy as he answers critics

Sandro Tonali stars for Italy with a 91% pass accuracy and seven defensive contributions in a 4-1 victory over Türkiye.

By Shehryar Edibam · To The Lane And Back

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 11:19 PM

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Sandro Tonali delivered a commanding 90-minute midfield performance in Italy's 4-1 Nations League win over Türkiye.
The £100m Tottenham midfielder recorded a 91 percent passing accuracy and contributed seven defensive interventions.
A shot from Tonali hit the woodwork before Pio Esposito scored off the rebound for Italy.

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Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Sandro Tonali put on a commanding display for Italy in their 4-1 UEFA Nations League victory against Türkiye. Playing the full 90 minutes, the £100m summer signing achieved a 91 percent passing accuracy and helped Italy control the tempo. His performance answered critics following Tottenham's winless start to the Premier League campaign under manager Roberto De Zerbi.

Tonali contributed heavily across the pitch, recording seven defensive actions and creating one key chance. A second-half shot from the 26-year-old struck the woodwork before Pio Esposito converted the rebound to extend Italy's lead. The strong international showing provides a positive sign for Tottenham as they look to improve their 20th-place domestic standing.

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