By Salma El-Sakka
Tottenham Hotspur extended their revival with a 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, leaving the visitors with 10 men after an early red card for Jean-Philippe Mateta.
Red card shifts momentum
Mateta was dismissed in the first half, forcing Palace to play the majority of the match a man down. The numerical disadvantage proved decisive as Spurs controlled proceedings to secure three points.
Pressure builds on Palace manager
The defeat increases scrutiny on Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage, whose position faces growing uncertainty after a string of poor results. The loss leaves the Eagles searching for form while Tottenham continue their upward trajectory in the Premier League table.
