Chelsea missed a golden opportunity to cut the gap at the top of
the Barclays Premier League as Luka Modric's solitary strike helped
Tottenham inflict Guus Hiddink's first defeat since arriving in England.
A suspect vehicle near White Hart Lane delayed kick-off, meaning
the visitors kicked off knowing leaders Manchester United were struggling
at Fulham, but they failed to take advantage.
Victory would have taken them within a point of United but Hiddink's
men were frustrated by a Tottenham side who have been transformed
since Harry Redknapp's arrival five months ago, with Modric striking
the winner just after the interval.
Spurs goalkeeper Heurelho Gomes also played a huge part in the
victory, saving from John Terry late on when the away fans thought
they were on level terms. Alex also hit the crossbar in stoppage
time as Spurs held on.
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