Bale shows Mourinho he can be the unlikely X-factor in Spurs' top-four pursuit
Making his third start for Spurs this season, Gareth Bale responded to Jose Mourinho's recent criticism with two goals and an assist vs. Burnley.
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11-6-8, 8th in English Premier League
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Is Bale finally showing his ability at Spurs? (1:37)
Bale runs riot as Tottenham thrash Burnley
Gareth Bale scored two goals and set up another as Tottenham put their recent poor form behind them to beat Burnley 4-0 on Sunday.
Why Mourinho's under the most pressure to win the UEL (1:33)
Burnley's Dyche has crisp reply to transfer talk with Pope for
Burnley manager Sean Dyche may have no intention of selling goalkeeper Nick Pope anytime soon but crisps and a pint of beer in a pub during lockdown
UEL draw: Ibra set for Man Utd return with Milan
The draw for the round of 16 of the 2020-21 UEFA Europa League will be made at 12 p.m. GMT / 7 a.m. ET on Friday, Feb. 26.
Mourinho's Spurs future depends on evolving from his combative past
Jose Mourinho said he was a new man at Spurs, no longer picking fights with anyone and everyone when results suffered. That's being put to the test.
Klinsmann: A good signal that Bale & Alli are in the squad (0:56)
Have Tottenham shown progress under Jose Mourinho? (1:54)
Alli stars as Spurs progress in Europa League
Dele Alli scored one and set up two more as Tottenham Hotspur comfortably beat Wolfsberger 4-0 to reach the Europa League round of 16.
LIVE Transfer Talk: Henderson ready to quit Man United if De Gea remains No. 1
Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson is becoming "increasingly frustrated" by his lack of game time. Transfer Talk is LIVE with the latest.
Mourinho: What coach can say his career was just blue sky? (0:54)
Mourinho vows to be a success at Tottenham
Jose Mourinho has vowed he "will be in Tottenham's history for the good reasons" amid growing speculation over his future.
Sources: Mourinho doubts Doherty's Spurs future
Matt Doherty's future at Tottenham is uncertain with manager Jose Mourinho harbouring doubts over the defender, sources have told ESPN.
Stats: Messi's record-high 506, Mourinho's record-low 81, Liverpool's first in 98
By The Numbers brings you the best stats from the weekend's football action.
Is Mourinho to blame for Tottenham's decline? (0:45)
Mourinho: Our coaching method is world's best
Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho has defended his coaching methods after his side slipped to another defeat at West Ham United on Sunday.
Lingard winner dents Spurs top four hopes
Jesse Lingard's winner mounted more pressure on his former boss Jose Mourinho as West Ham United secured a 2-1 victory over Tottenham on Sunday.
Mourinho faces Tottenham decision day
In this week's ESPN's Insider Notebook, Tottenham Hotspur ponder Jose Mourinho's future at the club. PLUS: Why Man United passed on Dayot Upamecano.
Will Gareth Bale get a Premier League start after latest performance? (0:47)
Bale scores, assists Son as Tottenham win
Tottenham Hotspur cruised to a 4-1 win over Wolfsberger in Europa League round-of-32 action on Thursday.
Mourinho & Spurs can regain their 'lost magic' in UEL (0:41)
Mourinho hasn't lost Spurs dressing room - Son
Son Heung-Min has rejected suggestions head coach Jose Mourinho is losing the respect of the Tottenham dressing room.
Klinsmann: Man City put on a masterpiece vs. Tottenham (0:41)
2020-21 Prem Standings
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester City | 26 | 19 | 5 | 2 | +36 | 62 |
| Manchester United | 26 | 14 | 8 | 4 | +21 | 50 |
| Leicester City | 26 | 15 | 4 | 7 | +15 | 49 |
| West Ham United | 26 | 13 | 6 | 7 | +9 | 45 |
| Chelsea | 26 | 12 | 8 | 6 | +16 | 44 |
| Liverpool | 25 | 11 | 7 | 7 | +11 | 40 |
| Everton | 24 | 12 | 4 | 8 | +4 | 40 |
| Tottenham Hotspur | 25 | 11 | 6 | 8 | +14 | 39 |
| Aston Villa | 24 | 12 | 3 | 9 | +12 | 39 |
| Arsenal | 26 | 11 | 4 | 11 | +7 | 37 |
| Leeds United | 26 | 11 | 2 | 13 | -1 | 35 |
| Wolverhampton Wanderers | 26 | 9 | 7 | 10 | -6 | 34 |
| Crystal Palace | 26 | 9 | 6 | 11 | -14 | 33 |
| Southampton | 25 | 8 | 6 | 11 | -12 | 30 |
| Burnley | 26 | 7 | 7 | 12 | -16 | 28 |
| Brighton & Hove Albion | 26 | 5 | 11 | 10 | -7 | 26 |
| Newcastle United | 26 | 7 | 5 | 14 | -17 | 26 |
| Fulham | 26 | 4 | 11 | 11 | -11 | 23 |
| West Bromwich Albion | 26 | 3 | 8 | 15 | -35 | 17 |
| Sheffield United | 25 | 3 | 2 | 20 | -26 | 11 |
2020-21 Team LeadersEnglish Premier League
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsEnglish Premier League
Goal Difference107th
Goals Scored37Tied-9th
Assists323rd
Goals Conceded27Tied-5th