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Tottenham’s season has finally taken off. How far up the table can they go?

In reality, it was only three points. All Tottenham took from their 2-0 win at Chelsea last Saturday evening was a helpful boost in the Premier League standings. But it feels far more significant than that. This is a fixture…

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 8:00 AM
Tottenham’s season has finally taken off. How far up the table can they go?
Key Things to Know
  • Ali Tweedale argues Tottenham's 2-0 win at Chelsea signals a major turning point in their season.
  • The victory was Tottenham's first win to nil at Stamford Bridge across all competitions since 1986.
  • Midfielder Mateus Fernandes impressed on his deep-lying start, registering 124 touches and winning five tackles.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Ali Tweedale writes that Tottenham Hotspur's 2-0 victory at Chelsea could mark a turning point for manager Roberto De Zerbi's side after an awful start to the season. The win was secured via a Mike Penders own goal and an individual effort from Mathys Tel, giving Spurs their first clean-sheet win at Stamford Bridge since 1986.

Tweedale highlights £85m signing Mateus Fernandes, who excelled alongside Sandro Tonali by recording 124 touches and completing 92.2% of his passes. With an Opta-rated favorable five-match fixture run ahead, the writer argues Spurs are well-positioned to climb toward the top six.

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