Tottenham Hotspur triumphed over Bournemouth with a 3-1 win on December 31, 2023, at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. Pape Matar Sarr, who scored early, had to leave the game due to injury. Despite Bournemouth’s 24 attempts to achieve a goal, Tottenham’s son Heung-min and Richarlison sealed the victory in the late stages. Alex Scott’s goal in the 84th minute was a consolation for Bournemouth.
Premier League Standings
The win positioned Tottenham in fifth place in the Premier League table with 39 points from 20 games, just one point behind Arsenal in fourth place and three points behind league leaders Liverpool, who have played one game less.
Manager’s Perspective
Tottenham’s manager, Ange Postecoglou, reflected on the match, stating, “Every week is a battle, and we had to battle today. We’re trying to build a team that plays differently and has resilience, gaining that through tough times.”
Match Highlights
Tottenham initially pressed Bournemouth, taking the lead with Sarr’s goal. Despite Bournemouth’s attempts to equalize, including Tavernier’s close free-kick and Solanke’s deflected effort, Tottenham secured the win. Son’s goal in the 70th minute and Richarlison’s fifth goal in five appearances wrapped up the victory. Despite finishing with ten men due to Veliz’s injury, Tottenham held on, with Bournemouth’s late rally causing some nervousness.
