Premier League GW27 - Tottenham vs Crystal Palace

Tottenham vs Crystal Palace | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

In an exciting match at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Spurs defeated Crystal Palace 3-1 after pulling off an incredible comeback. Spurs' fighting spirit and attacking ability were demonstrated with three goals in the second half, following a goal deficit.

Line ups:

Tottenham: Vicario (GK), Emerson, van de Ven, Romero, Udogie, Bissouma (Lo Celso, 90), Bentancur (Johnson, 63), Maddison (Højbjerg, 82), Kulusevski, Werner (Sarr, 82), Son (Scarlett, 90).

Unused Subs: Austin (GK), Davies, Skipp, Dragusin.

Crystal Palace: Johnstone (GK), Muñoz, Ward, Richards, Andersen, Mitchell, Lerma, Wharton (Hughes, 71), Ayew (Edouard, 71), Mateta, Eze (França, 66).

Unused Subs: Henderson (GK), Clyne, Tomkins, Ozoh, Ahamada, Plange.

Tottenham Hotspur Stadium | Picture Credits: Buro Happold

First Half: Missed Chances and Palace's Eze Shines:

Both teams probed carefully in the opening exchanges, with Tottenham missing chances to grab the lead.

After a brilliant ball from Son Heung-min, Timo Werner found himself in a favourable position, but his attempt to beat Palace's custodian Sam Johnstone was misdirected.

Second Half: Eze's Magic and Spurs' Resurgence:

The second half erupted into a goal-fest with flashes of genius and a stunning comeback.

Son Heung-min's first-time shot against the post early in the second half indicated Spurs' intention to break the tie.

Spurs' squandered opportunities were turned into a luxury for Palace when Eberechi Eze, making a comeback from injury, curled a magnificent free-kick into the corner, trapping Spurs custodian Vicario.

Timo Werner, who was waiting at the back post, expertly converted Brennan Johnson's low cross to give Spurs their first lead, levelling the score at one.

Just two minutes later, Cristian Romero made a fast break through the defence to glance James Maddison's cross into the net, giving Spurs the lead.

During a quick counterattack, Son Heung-min calmly slotted the ball into the bottom right corner to put the result beyond doubt.

Spurs Ascend, Palace Stunned - A Spectacle of Second-Half Brilliance:

Tottenham's comeback proved their attacking ability and tenacity, as they overcame a 1-1 deficit to win 3-1. Spurs' comeback was masterminded by Timo Werner, Cristian Romero, and Son Heung-min, who made sure that the home crowd saw a magnificent show.

Spurs move up to fifth position with the victory, two points outside of the UEFA Champions League spots. After putting on a strong first half display, Crystal Palace lost and now have 28 points, good for 14th position.

After the final whistle blows at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, this thrilling match will be recalled for the drama that played out in the second half, which cemented Spurs' aspirations of finishing in the top four. The Spurs supporters will relish the flavour of a victorious comeback against a tenacious Crystal Palace team until the next game.

A goalless first half as both the teams struggled to score | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

Eze scored a goal through a free kick and broke the deadlock for Palace | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

Werner scored a goal and broke the deadlock for Tottenham which levelled the score at 1-1 | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

Romero scored a goal and gave Tottenham a 2-1 lead | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

Son's goal sealed the victory for Tottenham over Palace | Picture Credits: Premier League Website