João Palhinha's 43rd-minute goal fired Tottenham to Premier League safety with a 1-0 home win over Everton. The victory ensured Spurs avoided relegation for the first time in 49 years.
Match Background
Defeat at Chelsea on Tuesday meant Spurs needed a draw or victory to guarantee survival. West Ham's result at home to Leeds had no bearing on the north London club's destiny.
The match temperature reached 30 degrees in the capital, prompting two water breaks during the contest.
The Winning Goal
Mathys Tel delivered a dangerous corner in the 43rd minute. Palhinha crashed a header against the post but was quickest to the rebound.
His scuffed effort crept over the line before Thierno Barry could clear. The goal gave Spurs a deserved lead at the break, ending a 10-match winless run at home in the Premier League.
Nervy Second Half
News of West Ham taking the lead against Leeds provided an injection of anxiety for Tottenham supporters. Everton boss David Moyes introduced fresh legs with Tyrique George and Harrison Armstrong.
Jordan Pickford almost spillied a shot by England team-mate Djed Spence into his own net. Spurs manager Roberto De Zerbi made his first substitution, bringing on Randal Kolo Muani.
Final Moments
Stand-in captain Micky van de Ven needed to intercept a dangerous cross by Everton substitute George. Nine minutes of stoppage time were added on.
In the ninth minute of stoppage-time, George cut inside and let fly, but Antonin Kinsky produced a flying stop to clinch the victory. It was Tottenham's first home league win since December.