Tottenham Hotspur claimed a significant 2-1 victory over Burnley in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon, boosting their chances of qualifying for Champions League football. The win marked an end to Tottenham's recent struggles and kept their hopes alive with three matches remaining in the season.

Manager Ange Postecoglou made two changes to the Tottenham lineup, with James Maddison returning to the starting eleven and Oliver Skipp getting an opportunity at left-back. Vincent Kompany's Burnley, fighting for Premier League survival, aimed to secure a win and rely on favorable results elsewhere.

Burnley took the lead in the first half through Jacob Bruun Larsen, capitalizing on defensive lapses by Tottenham. However, Tottenham quickly responded when Pedro Porro leveled the game with a powerful strike after an exchange of passes with Brennan Johnson.

The decisive goal arrived in the 86th minute when Micky van de Ven, now operating at left-back, cut inside and calmly slotted the ball into the bottom left corner. The goal sparked joy among the enthusiastic fans in the south stand.

Tottenham's goalkeeper had a relatively quiet game, making some routine saves but conceding the opening goal. The defenders had mixed performances, with some contributing crucial headers and shots on goal, while others struggled with defensive positioning.

James Maddison, who impressed in the previous match against Liverpool, put in a good shift before being substituted in the 75th minute. The midfielders displayed solid performances, showcasing their skills and contributing to the team's attacking play.

Upfront, the Tottenham forwards had a busy game, creating chances for their teammates but struggling to find the back of the net themselves. Despite their efforts, the service into the forwards was lacking at times.

Tottenham's substitutes made valuable contributions, with one late tackle standing out as a crucial intervention. Their presence added energy and attacking impetus to the team.

With this victory, Tottenham keeps their hopes alive for Champions League qualification. They will need to secure maximum points in their remaining fixtures against Manchester City and Sheffield United, while also hoping for Aston Villa to drop points.

The win against Burnley serves as a confidence booster for Tottenham as they continue their fight to secure a coveted Champions League spot.