Tottenham Hotspur secured a crucial 2-1 win over Aston Villa on Sunday, lifting themselves out of the Premier League relegation zone. The victory gives Spurs a much-needed boost as they fight to avoid the drop this season.
"A fantastic result for the boys. We knew it was a must-win game and we delivered," said manager after the match.
The match started brightly for Tottenham, who took the lead in the 20th minute through a well-worked team goal. Aston Villa fought back and equalized just before half-time, but Spurs regained the lead early in the second half and held on for all three points.
With this result, Tottenham move one place above the relegation zone, while Aston Villa remain mid-table. The win will give Spurs confidence ahead of their next fixture against a tough opponent.