Tottenham 2-0 Everton: Harry Kane and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg help Spurs overcome gutsy Toffees

Harry Kane continued his red-hot form as Tottenham moved to within a point of the Premier League summit with a 2-0 win over Everton. The England forward earned and converted a 59th minute penalty to lay the foundations for an eighth straight top-flight victory on home turf for the Lilywhites. Ad Spurs dominated in the early exchanges with former Toffee, Richarlison contriving to send a free header over the bar.

Champions LeagueSpurs on course for knockouts after staging comeback win against Eintracht Frankfurt12/10/2022 AT 18:15 Everton improved as the first half wore on and should have gone in at the interval ahead, but Demarai Gray and Amadou Onana both blew excellent chances. Frank Lampard was left ruing those misses in the second period as Spurs made the most of a dominant spell to lead through Kane, who marked his 400th appearance in style. The hosts then sealed victory four minutes from the end when Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg fired into the corner following a neat move down the right.

The result sees Spurs remain third, one point off leaders Arsenal having played a game more. Everton sit in 14th spot. Next up, Spurs visit Manchester United on Wednesday while Everton travel to Newcastle.

Premier League table Premier League fixtures / results Premier League top scorers TALKING POINT — Spurs get the job done to continue fine start It was far from vintage but when they needed to step it up, Antonio Conte’s men found enough to see off a spirited Everton. It means they have secured their highest points tally ever in the PL after 10 matches and adds further credence to suggestions they could be one of the sides that try to push Manchester City for the title as the season progresses. As for Everton, it was ultimately a