Eddie Howe keeping feet on the ground as Newcastle break top four

Eddie Howe tried to stay level-headed after Newcastle claimed a statement 2-0 victory at Tottenham but admitted the current squad can "achieve special things" after they moved into the Premier League's top four.

First-half goals by Callum Wilson and Miguel Almiron put the Magpies on course for three points and despite Harry Kane’s headed effort at the start of the second half, the visitors held on for a fourth win from their last five games.

It was another impressive display by Saudi-backed Newcastle against a top-six club after a narrow defeat away to Liverpool and draws with both Manchester clubs this season.

"I thought it was a really, really good performance and probably the best since I have been here," Howe insisted.

"The season is very early in its formation but at the moment it looks good. We still have key players missing who will make the squad stronger so once we get a fully fit squad, the future is exciting because I still don’t think we are at 100% full speed yet.

"Of course we don’t want it to be a one-off but we are very respectful of the league and other clubs’ quality.

"We do also believe in ourselves and we believe we can achieve special things with this group.

"I think the key thing is not to get carried away from my perspective or the players’ perspective in terms of what we’ve done because it is one game. We want to do it on a regular basis but it is easier said than done so enjoy today and then focus on training next week."

Newcastle had to weather an initial storm from Spurs, with Nick Pope saving well from Son Heung-min and Kane before the opener arrived in the 31st minute.

It was mired in controversy, with Fabian Schar sending a ball over the top for Wilson to chase and although Hugo Lloris was first to