Tottenham Hotspur vs Leeds United LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction
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So much for taking it easy before the World Cup. A frantic and breathless encounter between Tottenham and Leeds, which swung wildly and thrillingly in both directions, ends with what is now a familiar story, as Antonio Conte’s emotionally and physically dained side dragged themselves to the finish line. This was a classic, with all the hallmarks of Tottenham’s recent run. For boxes ticked see: a slow start, a second-half comeback, and late winner scored by Rodrigo Bentancur.
The Uruguayan’s two goals in the space of two minutes did more than just turn the match around and earn Tottenham a 4-3 win, it changes the mood around Spurs heading into the World Cup. Tottenham seemed to be heading for their fourth defeat in five Premier League games and may have finished the weekend outside of the top four. Instead, when they return on Boxing Day, they will do so three points behind Manchester City and with this crazy ride still somewhat ticking on track.
We will bring you all the action and updates from today's game in the live blog below:
Tottenham Hotspur vs Leeds United
The players are out on the pitch at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and after observing 'The Last Post' ahead of Remembrance Sunday tomorrow, kick-off is now just moments away.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Leeds United
Hampered by an extensive injury list, Marsch changes his entire XI today, after a second-string side slumped out of the EFL Cup in midweek. Stuart Dallas, Luis Sinisterra, Patrick Bamford and Mateusz Klich are missing from the Leeds squad due to injury, as teenager Gnonto and in-form Summerville start in support of Rodrigo up front.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Leeds United
Though still without first-team regulars Cristian Romero and Son Heung-min - plus versatile winger Ryan Sessegnon - today Tottenham start Dejan Kulusevski and Richarlison, who both recently returned from injury and featured from the bench in midweek. In his final appearance before the World Cup kicks off, Kane once more leads the line up front.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Leeds United
SUBS: Joel Robles, Sam Greenwood, Junior Firpo, Joe Gelhardt, Darko Gyabi, Luke Ayling, Sonny Perkins, Mateo Fernandez, Diego Llorente.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Leeds United
LEEDS UNITED (4-2-3-1): Illan Meslier; Rasmus Kristensen, Liam Cooper, Robin Koch, Pascal Struijk; Marc Roca, Tyler Adams; Wilfried Gnonto, Brenden Aaronson, Crysencio Summerville; Rodrigo Moreno.
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