Tottenham Closes Gap on Premier League Top Spot with 3-1 Win Over Bournemouth

Despite a challenging match and key player injuries, Tottenham ends the year just three points off the league lead.

Tottenham Hotspur closed the gap to the top of the Premier League table to three points by beating Bournemouth 3-1 in a game that was far less comfortable than the scoreline suggests.
Pape Matar Sarr scored the opening goal for Tottenham but had to leave the game due to an injury, putting his participation in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations with Senegal in doubt.
Hugo Lloris was given a send-off at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as the club confirmed he is joining MLS side Los Angeles FC after 11 years in north London.
Tottenham's victory came despite being outplayed by Bournemouth for much of the match, with the visitors creating and missing numerous clear-cut opportunities.
Despite the challenging game, Tottenham ends the year just three points off the top of the league and is a strong contender for Champions League qualification.