Tottenham Top-Four Hopes Fading: Liverpool's Victory at Anfield Adds to Spurs' Woes

Tottenham suffered another setback in their quest for a top-four finish as they were convincingly defeated by Liverpool at Anfield. Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson put Liverpool ahead before halftime, capitalizing on Spurs’ defensive lapses. Despite a late surge from Tottenham, goals from Harvey Elliott and Cody Gakpo secured Liverpool victory.

The win restored confidence for Liverpool, with Salah and Elliott shining. Meanwhile, tensions flared within the Tottenham camp, highlighted by a halftime altercation between Cristian Romero and Emerson Royal. Richarlison late goals offered Spurs a glimmer of hope but it was too little too late. The loss dealt a blow to Tottenham Champions League aspirations leaving their hopes hanging by a thread.