Dele Alli scored two goals to help Tottenham break Chelsea’s historic win streak of fourteen consecutive games and put his own team back in the top four position in the Premier League title race. The England international took advantage of two perfect crosses from Christian Eriksen and finished them both at the back post.
Big London clash
Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino decided to select the same formation as Antonio Conte, with Kylie Walker and Danny Rose playing at wing-back position. Spurs defenders dominated Victor Moses and Marcos Alonso, who have been crucial to Chelsea’s successful streak.
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Antonio Conte’s side should have took the lead at the beginning of the game, but Eden Hazard missed his chance to beat Hugo Lloris in one-on-one situation. It wasn’t a great start for The Blues, as they were dominated by the hosts. Pedro and Costa argued about few situation, when Diego failed to deliver a pass for his teammate. Tottenham finally took the lead in the 45th minute after Kyle Walker played in Christian Eriksen, who delivered an amazing cross to Dele Alli, who put the ball past Chelsea’s goalkeeper.
Second half
At the start of the second half the visitors could have equalised, but both Eden Hazard and Diego Costa missed their great chances. The Spaniard’s long effort was saved by Hugo Lloris and Hazard’s close-range header also missed the target.In the 54th minute Dele Alli made no mistake to double Spurs’ lead.
Who once again took advantage of Eriksen perfect cross. It was also his third brace in last three games. After the second goal Tottenham slowed down the pace of the game and delivered another 3 points to the White Hart Line. The hosts once again showed their great potential and they have sent a clear signal to other title contenders, that they will not give up on winning the Premier League title.
After today's game Tottenham are on the third place in the Premier League, moving past Arsenal and Manchester City. Spurs recorded just their fifth victory over their London enemies in the history of the club.
