Coincidentally, it was also Brentford and Manchester United who they beat in succession back in September. There is also the small matter of revenge to exact against the Tractor Boys, who handed Spurs perhaps their most crushing defeat of the season in November — sat in 18th at the time,

It's been a tough season for Tottenham Hotspur, but Saturday's win at Ipswich Town was the latest sign that things might be falling into place for Ange Postecoglou's side. A third consecutive league win - the first time they have achieved that since December 2023 - was a well deserved product of Spurs' resilience and attacking efficiency.