Tottenham have been handed an all-Premier League contest in the EFL Cup fourth round following their emphatic 3-0 win against League One side Doncaster Rovers.
The draws were completed after Wednesday’s round of matches, and Thomas Frank’s side will travel to St. James’ Park to take on Newcastle United in the next round.
Tottenham were always favourites to progress against Doncaster, and the Europa League champions left nothing to chance, swatting aside their League One opponents.
Summer signing Joao Palhinha sent Tottenham on their way to the emphatic win after opening the scoring with a stunning overhead kick.
The Portuguese midfielder has settled into life in the capital and has now scored twice in eight games across all competitions for Frank’s side.
Tottenham doubled their lead just three minutes later when Jay McGrath slotted into his own net.
The two-goal cushion helped Spurs establish a foothold in the game. They survived a few hairy moments but also had several chances to grab a third goal and put the game to bed.
They finally got a third in the last minute of stoppage time through Brennan Johnson.
After swatting Doncaster aside, Tottenham will take on Carabao Cup holders Newcastle in Tyneside, which doesn’t bode well for their chances.
Tottenham have lost their last three consecutive games against the Magpies, and two of those defeats have come at St. James’ Park.
Frank will be hoping he can put an end to the wretched run when both sides lock horns in the EFL Cup.
The Magpies put four past League One table toppers Bradford City on home soil, running out 4-1 winners to book a spot in the fourth round.
William Osula and Joelinton netted a brace each, sending a message to the rest of the pack that they’re not ready to relinquish their crown just yet.
Meanwhile, Tottenham return to Premier League action this weekend, welcoming Wolverhampton Wanderers to North London.
Spurs have taken 10 points from five games and will be keen to continue their fine start to the season.