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Tottenham Hotspurs reach the last 16 after a dramatic 2-0 victory over Manchester City

Second-half goals from Heung-min Son and Sergio Reguilon were enough to see off the reigning Premier League champions and send Tottenham through to the quarter-finals of the EFL Cup.

City dominated possession but failed to create clear-cut chances, while Spurs were clinical in front of goal. Son’s opener came after a quick break, with the South Korean forward finishing coolly past Zack Steffen. Reguilon added the second late on, with a deflected effort that found its way into the net.

The result is a major boost for Tottenham, who have endured a difficult start to the season. They have now won three of their last four games in all competitions, and will be hoping to build on this momentum when they face Manchester United in the Premier League on Saturday.

For City, it is a disappointing end to their EFL Cup campaign. They have won the competition six times in the last nine years, but will now have to focus on their other two remaining targets this season, the Premier League and the Champions League.

The match was played in front of a crowd of 62,850 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. It was a competitive and entertaining contest, with both teams having chances to win the game. In the end, it was Tottenham who were more clinical in front of goal, and they deserved their victory.

Key Moments

* 20 minutes: Riyad Mahrez has the first chance of the game, but his shot is saved by Hugo Lloris. * 35 minutes: Son Heung-min gives Tottenham the lead with a clinical finish. * 59 minutes: Timo Werner has a great chance to equalize for Chelsea, but his shot is saved by Lloris. * 81 minutes: Sergio Reguilon makes it 2-0 to Tottenham with a deflected effort.

Reaction

Tottenham manager Antonio Conte: “I am very happy with the performance of my players. We played with great intensity and determination, and we deserved to win the game. This is a big victory for us, and it will give us confidence for the rest of the season.” Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola: “We are disappointed to lose the game, but we have to congratulate Tottenham. They played very well, and they deserved to win. We will learn from this defeat, and we will come back stronger.”

Conclusion

Tottenham Hotspur’s victory over Manchester City is a significant result for the club. It is a sign that they are starting to find their form under new manager Antonio Conte, and it will give them confidence for the rest of the season. Manchester City, meanwhile, will be disappointed to have been knocked out of the EFL Cup, but they will still be confident of winning the Premier League and the Champions League this season.