Tottenham secured a crucial 3-1 victory over Nottingham Forest, propelling them past Aston Villa to claim the coveted fourth position in the Premier League standings on Sunday.
The momentum shifted in Tottenham's favor when Micky Van de Ven unleashed a left-footed strike on 52 minutes, igniting their second-half performance.
This significant win catapulted Spurs into fourth place, surpassing Aston Villa due to their superior goal difference, thereby enhancing their prospects for a spot in the prestigious Champions League competition.
Despite Forest's spirited start, buoyed by their recent triumph over Fulham, it was Tottenham who managed to break the deadlock. Murillo inadvertently contributed an own goal before Chris Wood restored parity for Forest.
The second half witnessed Van de Ven's remarkable strike from a short corner, providing Tottenham with the crucial breakthrough, followed by Pedro Porro's clinical finish to seal the victory.
