Mohammed Kudus provided both the assists for Richarlison's goals, wriggling into space each time and picking out the Brazilian perfectly. Pedro Porro combined nicely with Kudus and Spurs' best first-half moments came when the two worked it down the right wing and put crosses in.

This article was originally published on www.si.com as Three Opening Day Decisions for Thomas Frank to Make at Tottenham. Thomas Frank’s analogy to summarise Tottenham Hotspur’s defeat in the UEFA Super Cup was unique, but perfect.

What did we learn about Tottenham Hotspur and how they will play and progress under Thomas Frank as he made his Premier League debut for the club in a victory over Burnley?

Tottenham Hotspur launched the Thomas Frank era in emphatic style with a convincing 3-0 Premier League victory over promoted Burnley on Saturday as Richarlison's majestic double set the tone for a dominant home performance.

Tottenham manager Thomas Frank enjoyed a "dream" home debut with a 3-0 win over Burnley, while Erling Haaland inspired new-look Manchester City's 4-0 rout of Wolves on the opening weekend

Burnley had sporadic opportunities, with Lyle Foster and Jaidon Anthony testing Spurs’ defence, but they were unable to trouble Guglielmo Vicario in the Tottenham goal. Despite a flurry of second-half substitutions from both sides, the home side’s dominance never wavered.

Tottenham’s long wait for a trophy ended last season, but it could not save Ange Postecoglou’s job after a dismal Premier League campaign.Thomas Frank has been appointed as his successor,