In a thrilling encounter, Tottenham Hotspur triumphed over Aston Villa with a scoreline of 4-1. This match saw Unai Emery's side falter in their attempt to secure a vital third-place position, as they faced an unwavering Spurs squad that fired on all cylinders with goals from Brennan Johnson and James Maddison also adding to the tally.
Tottenham showcased remarkable resilience, flipping the script in a pulsating second half. The home side amassed four goals in a display of attacking prowess, silencing critics who had voiced concerns following their recent defeat to Crystal Palace.
However, the victory came at a price, as Tottenham faced injury setbacks. Cristian Romero was forced off in the second half due to a muscle issue, joining fellow centre-back Micky van de Ven on the sidelines. Meanwhile, Richarlison appeared to suffer a hamstring injury while sprinting to deliver a cross for Spurs' third goal.
James Maddison made a noteworthy impact after being dropped from the starting eleven, curling in a stunning free kick during stoppage time, which complemented a standout performance from Dominic Solanke, who bagged a brace in this resounding win.