Tottenham secured a victory against Bournemouth, edging closer to the Champions League spot

Tottenham hosted Bournemouth in their final match of the 2023 year in the English Premier League's 20th round.

The teams clashed in London with varying spirits: the Cherries entered the match with high morale, having won six out of their last eight league games, while the Spurs, on the contrary, had been performing below par for the past two months and slipped out of the top four.

Bournemouth dominated the game in the first half, creating more goal-scoring opportunities. However, it was the hosts who found the back of the net. On the 9th minute, Sarr capitalized on the opponents' mistake, slotting the ball past the goalkeeper.

In the second half, the visitors fervently attempted a comeback, but it was the London-based team that struck again. Doubling their lead, Son Heung-Min added to the home team's advantage, and Richarlison sealed the match. The Cherries managed a consolation goal through Scott.

The Spurs have accrued 39 points and are within touching distance of the Champions League zone. They're just one point behind Arsenal, who faced defeat Fulham in a simultaneous match. Bournemouth holds the 12th position with 25 points.

• EPL, 20th Round

Tottenham - Bournemouth - 3:1

Goals: Sarr, 9, Son Heung-Min, 72, Richarlison, 80 - Scott, 84