Tottenham 3-0 Norwich LIVE! Son rounds off win - Premier League result, match stream and latest updates today
Tottenham beat Norwich 3-0 on Sunday to move into fifth in the Premier League.
Lucas Moura, Davinson Sanchez and Son all scored to extend Antonio Conte’s winning run in the competition since being appointed in October.
Moura gave the home side a 10th-minute lead with a shot from outside the penalty area that proved as impressive a finish as the slick build-up that led to it.
Sanchez thrashed home a loose ball from close range from Son’s corner to double the lead after 67 minutes and effectively snuff out some enterprising passages of play from struggling Norwich.
Ten minutes later Son held off the visiting defence to work himself into position and smash the ball past Tim Krul in the Norwich goal.
Defeat for the Canaries was the first since Dean Smith took over as manager and left them bottom of the table.
They did create opportunities, however, with Teemu Pukki coming close to snatching a third-minute lead but hitting his shot straight at Spurs goalkeeper Hugo Lloris.
They were also well-placed to equalise soon after halftime but Adam Idah spurned a close-range chance with the goal at his mercy after Pukki had miscued an initial effort.
Spurs’ superior finishing made all the difference even if skipper Harry Kane failed to add to the single league goal he has scored this season.
Moura’s effort was powerfully hit, Sanchez showed split second reactions to snap up his goal after Ben Davies had flicked on Son’s corner and Son’s powerful run past the Norwich defence also resulted in a well-taken goal.
It was the first time Spurs had scored three goals in a home league game this season.
Additional reporting from Reuters
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Kick-off time: 2pm GMT, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
How to watch: Highlights on Match of the Day 2
Prediction: Tottenham 2-0 Norwich
Confirmed Tottenham XI
Confirmed Norwich XI
Kick-off!
GOAL: Tottenham 1-0 Norwich | Lucas Moura
Half-time: Tottenham 1-0 Norwich
GOAL: Tottenham 2-0 Norwich | Davinson Sanchez
GOAL: Tottenham 3-0 Norwich | Son heung-min
Full-time: Tottenham 3-0 Norwich
Full-time: Tottenham 3-0 Norwich
15:55 , Jonathan Gorrie
Three wins on the bounce for Conte’s Spurs now.
15:50 , Jonathan Gorrie
Four additional minutes have been signalled.#NCFC | ⚪️ #TOTNOR 🟠 3-0 (90)
— Norwich City FC (@NorwichCityFC) December 5, 2021
Spurs happy to sit back
15:49 , Jonathan Gorrie
89:00 - As you might expect, Spurs are happy to sit back and let Norwich play at this stage.
CHANCE FOR NORWICH
15:44 , Jonathan Gorrie
83:00 - Sargent misses what looked like a tap in.
15:42 , Jonathan Gorrie
cc: @TomHolland1996 pic.twitter.com/nQ6LQixXLd
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) December 5, 2021
Dan Kilpatrick at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
15:40 , Jonathan Gorrie
I don’t think he’ll be credited with an assist for Sanchez but Davies has now made both Spurs goals this half, after going close himself and forcing the opener against Brentford. Remarkably, he is increasingly a big attacking threat for Conte’s Spurs.
GOAL: Tottenham 3-0 Norwich | Son ‘77
15:38 , Jonathan Gorrie
77:00 - Smart finish inside the box from Son after good work from Davies.
15:34 , Jonathan Gorrie
2 - Davinson Sánchez has scored only his second @premierleague goal, and first since February 2019 against Leicester, 1,029 days ago. Rarity. pic.twitter.com/Ruy97ykZoL
— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) December 5, 2021
15:34 , Jonathan Gorrie
🇨🇴💪 pic.twitter.com/69eq19BDYf
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) December 5, 2021
CHANCE FOR SPURS
15:33 , Jonathan Gorrie
73:00 - Curling shot from Kane draws another save from Krul.
Dan Kilpatrick from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
15:29 , Jonathan Gorrie
Just as Norwich were looking increasingly comfortable, Spurs score directly from a corner for the second game running, having previously failed to do so since the final day of last season.
GOAL: Tottenham 2-0 Norwich | Davinson Sanchez ‘67
15:27 , Jonathan Gorrie
67:00 - Sanchez finishes a scramble in the box by lashing it home after Norwich fail to deal with a corner.
CHANCE FOR SPURS
15:25 , Jonathan Gorrie
65:00 - Kane draw a good save from Krul with a shot from the edge of the box.
Dan Kilpatrick from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
15:24 , Jonathan Gorrie
A difficult afternoon for Tanganga, who was run ragged by Williams before being replaced. Conte’s best system is creaking a little without his first choice wing-backs Reguilon and Royal.
Norwich growing in confidence
15:21 , Jonathan Gorrie
62:00 - Idah and Pukki finding more space up front together.
Frankly, Norwich look like they deserve a point.
Spurs’ second change
15:19 , Jonathan Gorrie
Our second change of the game.
➡️ Doherty
⬅️ Tanganga
⚪️ 1-0 🔰 (61') pic.twitter.com/hixdiY3lfN— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) December 5, 2021
Dan Kilpatrick from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
15:19 , Jonathan Gorrie
Spurs don’t look any more comfortable since half-time and Norwich are well worthy of a point on the balance of play and growing in confidence. Dier and Sanchez have both had shaky moments at the back.
CHANCE FOR NORWICH
15:18 , Jonathan Gorrie
60:00 - Idah pokes one wide and Williams links well with Pukki.
Not sure how he missed.
Sessegnon dangerous
15:17 , Jonathan Gorrie
56:00 - Spurs’ best player in the second-half.
So dangerous on the left.
Tanganga vs Williams: The battle continues
15:13 , Jonathan Gorrie
52:00 - Couple of fouls already between the two but, generally, it’s been a very even contest.
Williams just tried to run at the Spurs man and, while Tanganga did well, won a corner, which Hanley heads over from.
15:11 , Jonathan Gorrie
Usual pattern has resumed early in this second-half, with lots of City possession. Spurs standing firm at present.#NCFC | ⚪️ #TOTNOR 🟠 1-0 (53)
— Norwich City FC (@NorwichCityFC) December 5, 2021
CHANCE FOR SPURS
15:07 , Jonathan Gorrie
48:00 - Nice corner from Son but the cross hits Kane’s shoulder before going out of play.
Tottenham tend to improve second-half
15:06 , Jonathan Gorrie
47:00 - Against Leeds and Brentford, Spurs have started the second-half with a renewed energy.
That looks to be the case here too.
Back underway!
15:04 , Jonathan Gorrie
46:00 - Second-half begins.
15:02 , Jonathan Gorrie
SCOUT: In eight home appearances this term, Son Heung-min (£10.4m) has produced 6️⃣ attacking returns and 3️⃣ double-figure hauls 🏠#FPL #TOTNOR pic.twitter.com/iZntZiot4Z
— Fantasy Premier League (@OfficialFPL) December 5, 2021
14:55 , Jonathan Gorrie
2 - Lucas Moura's strike for Tottenham was only his second @premierleague goal scored from outside the penalty area, and first since his very first goal in the competition against Fulham in August 2018. Cracker. pic.twitter.com/5YVVfe8wVL
— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) December 5, 2021
How it looks elsewhere in the Premier League today
14:52 , Jonathan Gorrie
HALF-TIME #PL SCORES
Leeds 1-0 Brentford
Man Utd 0-0 Crystal Palace
Spurs 1-0 Norwich#LEEBRE // #MUNCRY // #TOTNOR pic.twitter.com/UdnVmRHpV6— Premier League (@premierleague) December 5, 2021
Dan Kilpatrick’s half-time verdict
14:49 , Jonathan Gorrie
Spurs are less in control and more open than against Brentford but they’re ahead through Lucas’s rocket and look threatening on the counter and from crosses. Son came alive on Thursday but Lucas’s turn today. Kane’s frustration continuing so far.
Half-time: Tottenham 1-0 Norwich
14:49 , Jonathan Gorrie
Moura’s goal the difference so far.
Half chance for Norwich
14:47 , Jonathan Gorrie
46:00 - Williams hits a half-volley from outside the box but it loops over Lloris.
14:46 , Jonathan Gorrie
Another opening in first-half stoppage time. Lees-Melou digs a cross out and Williams meets it, but he skies his effort.#NCFC | ⚪️ #TOTNOR 🟠 1-0 (45+2)
— Norwich City FC (@NorwichCityFC) December 5, 2021
CHANCE FOR SPURS
14:44 , Jonathan Gorrie
44:00 - Davies puts one across for Son, who shoots just wide.
Dan Kilpatrick from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
14:42 , Jonathan Gorrie
Son came alive against Brentford on Thursday but this afternoon it’s Lucas’s turn. The Brazilian is proving hard to stop with the ball at hit feet and is also proving a creative hub for Spurs. By contrast, Kane has continued to be frustrated after his lob of Krul drops just wide of the post.
CHANCE FOR SPURS
14:41 , Jonathan Gorrie
40:00 - Kane nearly chips Krul from 30 yards but it goes just wide.
Not been his day so far.
Goalmouth scramble
14:40 , Jonathan Gorrie
40:00 - Spurs do well to clear a loose ball after Gilmour chips a free-kick into the box.
Sessegnon impressing
14:39 , Jonathan Gorrie
38:00 - After seemingly blowing his chance in the first-team last week with a red card, Ryan Sessegnon has looked good so far.
Causing problems behind Aarons, allowing space for Moura to work in.
CHANCE FOR SPURS
14:36 , Jonathan Gorrie
35:00 - Krul misses a free-kick into the box but Davies just can’t get the final touch.
Moura unplayable
14:35 , Jonathan Gorrie
34:00 - Norwich players just can’t get near Moura when he drops deep into a No.10 position.
Gimour getting quite the reception
14:34 , Jonathan Gorrie
32:00 - The Spurs faithful are making the Chelsea loanee feel ‘welcome’.
CHANCE FOR SPURS:
14:31 , Jonathan Gorrie
30:00 - Son’s shot hits Kane and the deflection goes just wide.
14:29 , Jonathan Gorrie
No real chances over the past 15 minutes.
City enjoying plenty of possession but are yet to test Lloris since the early Pukki opportunity.#NCFC | ⚪️ #TOTNOR 🟠 1-0 (30) pic.twitter.com/eSnhzyvhTt— Norwich City FC (@NorwichCityFC) December 5, 2021
Not the best wee for some FPL players...
14:27 , Jonathan Gorrie
17' Booked 🟨
22' Substituted 🔄
Sergio Reguilon was brought in by over 385,000 of you for Gameweek 15 😬#FPL #TOTNOR https://t.co/FFRapiG7Vd— Fantasy Premier League (@OfficialFPL) December 5, 2021
Aarons involved
14:27 , Jonathan Gorrie
25:00 - Max Aarons, frequently linked with Spurs, is seeing a lot of the ball.
An audition, perhaps?
Confirmation of the change
14:22 , Jonathan Gorrie
We're forced into an early change.
➡️ Sessegnon
⬅️ Reguilón
⚪️ 1-0 🔰 (22') pic.twitter.com/KoTjCikoDR— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) December 5, 2021
Early blow for Spurs
14:22 , Jonathan Gorrie
#thfc Reguilon has a problem so Sessegnon is on. It's a blow for Spurs – Reg was just finding his feet as a wing-back & an injury could leave Spurs short on Thursday (when Sess is suspended).
— Dan Kilpatrick (@Dan_KP) December 5, 2021
Moura tries it again!
14:22 , Jonathan Gorrie
20:00 - Not successful this time but the Brazilian looks so dangerous cutting inside.
Early battle
14:20 , Jonathan Gorrie
19:00 - Tanganga and Williams looks a great battle already.
Even so far.
Ideal for Spurs
14:18 , Jonathan Gorrie
17:00 - Now, Spurs can contain a team not exactly known for their goalscoring ability and hopefully exploit the space they leave.
Ideal for a Conte team.
14:16 , Jonathan Gorrie
Moura ➡️ 𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗰. ✨ pic.twitter.com/Gd88urrRWv
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) December 5, 2021
Dan Kilpatrick from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
14:15 , Jonathan Gorrie
Lucas is often a frustrating player who lacks end product but his goal was a reminder that he can be deadly and decisive. The skill to beat Gilmour and the finish were both instinctive and brilliant.
GOAL: Tottenham 1-0 Norwich | Lucas Moura ‘10
14:10 , Jonathan Gorrie
10:00 - Rocket from Lucas Moura into the top corner after beating Norwich defenders will some great skill.
Dan Kilpatrick from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
14:06 , Jonathan Gorrie
An early warning against complacency for Spurs, as Pukki fires straight at Lloris. The forward was left alone in the box after Sanchez was dragged out of position over to the left. A let off.
CHANCE FOR SPURS
14:06 , Jonathan Gorrie
06:00 - Brilliant stuff from Skipp.
Driving forward, his shot is easily collected by Krul but does speak of a player growing in confidence.
CHANCE FOR NORWICH
14:04 , Jonathan Gorrie
04:00 - Idah puts Pukki in with only Lloris to beat but the Spurs ‘keeper saves well.
Tottenham pressing
14:03 , Jonathan Gorrie
01:00 - Some good early pressure from Spurs.
Bit more adventurous than they were in the opening stages against Brentford.
Kick-off
14:01 , Jonathan Gorrie
0:00 - We’re underway!
13:47 , Jonathan Gorrie
🗣️ @Dan_KP with some pre-match thoughts.
'Quite a damning assessment of Matt Doherty's chances at Spurs under Conte.'
LIVE: https://t.co/63ur12PnFC#TOTNOR | #PremierLeague pic.twitter.com/wO2ESbaCwT— Standard Sport (@standardsport) December 5, 2021
13:36 , Jonathan Gorrie
💪 The lads are out to warm up.
🔋 @Vivo_Power pic.twitter.com/4pOX5U8rFs— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) December 5, 2021
13:27 , Jonathan Gorrie
🇮🇪 A big day for our Irish youngsters! #NCFC | @FAIreland pic.twitter.com/EYalhlquZ8
— Norwich City FC (@NorwichCityFC) December 5, 2021
Absence update
13:09 , Jonathan Gorrie
#thfc Royal and Gil both miss out through illness
— Dan Kilpatrick (@Dan_KP) December 5, 2021
13:07 , Jonathan Gorrie
#thfc No Royal so Tanganga in at RB in one change from Thursday. Gil replaced by Scarlett on bench & Rodon back in the squad. https://t.co/MiamN4QQZa
— Dan Kilpatrick (@Dan_KP) December 5, 2021
Confirmed Norwich City
13:01 , Jonathan Gorrie
🚨 𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗠 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 🚨
◾️ Three changes from Tuesday
◾️ Omobamidele, Lees-Melou and Idah come in
◾️ Three @NorwichCityAcad graduates in starting XI#NCFC | #TOTNOR pic.twitter.com/Vo9pvoj2du— Norwich City FC (@NorwichCityFC) December 5, 2021
Confirmed Tottenham XI
13:00 , Jonathan Gorrie
Your starting XI to face Norwich! 👊 pic.twitter.com/IwUxEnuD7E
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) December 5, 2021
Here comes the players
12:57 , Jonathan Gorrie
The lads are in the house. 🏠 pic.twitter.com/wUi6iqY4ke
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) December 5, 2021
The Tottenham boss arrives
12:51 , Jonathan Gorrie
Good afternoon, boss. 👋 pic.twitter.com/FywMPdxo02
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) December 5, 2021
Antonio Conte on Oliver Skipp
12:48 , Jonathan Gorrie
“He has to improve with the ball, no? In possession. This player, without the ball, he works very, very hard. To have him in the midfield together with Hobby is very, very important.”
You can read his full quotes here.
Could Yaya Toure cross the North London divide?
12:38 , Jonathan Gorrie
The 38-year-old currently lives with his family in Hampstead and Standard Sport understands he would be open to a more formal role with Spurs if the possibility arises.
However, a period learning at Arsenal - the club where older brother Kolo enjoys cult status - could also be on the cards in future, with Arteta receptive to the idea of working with Toure again after their paths previously crossed during the latter’s final years at City, where Arteta served as Pep Guardiola’s coaching protege.
Antonio Conte refuses to entertain the idea of resting Harry Kane
12:31 , Jonathan Gorrie
“Honesty we are talking about an important player for us, an important player for all. Yeah, in this moment I am answering in this way. I hope to improve the situation, to improve the confidence of all players and to see that maybe without Harry we can cover the situation. Not in the same way, but in a way that can be good to get three points. Now in this moment, honestly, I don’t see this team starting without Harry.”
You can read Dan Kilpatrick’s full report here.
On this Day: Jan Vertonghen scores against Borussia Dortmund
12:25 , Jonathan Gorrie
🗓 December #𝟓: Jan Vertonghen v Borussia Dortmund. 🎄#SpursAdventCalendar pic.twitter.com/SW7nk6Tbrb
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) December 5, 2021
Eric Dier on Antonio Conte banning ketchup
12:12 , Jonathan Gorrie
“Everyone wants to talk about Conte’s training!’ he told The Daily Mail.
“‘Ketchup? Yeah! I heard about it. I don’t even know if ketchup’s banned. I don’t think it is. I don’t have ketchup. There is nothing I would have ketchup with!”
Lloris could be in line for a new contract
12:03 , Jonathan Gorrie
Antonio Conte has hinted the Spurs captain could be set for contract talks.
You can read more here.
Standard Sport prediction
11:48 , George Flood
Given how poorly Norwich have been until recently it’s difficult to imagine them overcoming a Spurs side hitting form under Conte.
Tottenham to win, 2-0.
Norwich team news - Cantwell back in contention
11:48 , George Flood
Norwich, meanwhile, are still without the trio of Christoph Zimmermann, Milot Rashica and Mathias Normann.
However, Todd Cantwell is back in contention after missing the midweek draw with Newcastle after a close contact tested positive for Covid-19.
Tottenham team news - No new injury concerns
11:46 , George Flood
Tottenham have no new injury worries to contend with this afternoon, with Antonio Conte no doubt tempted to keep changes to a minimum after Thursday’s win over Brentford.
However, this is the start of a very busy festive period for Spurs, so some rotation could presumably occur.
The hosts are without key defender Cristian Romero until the New Year with a serious hamstring injury, while fellow Argentine Giovani Lo Celso is also still sidelined.
Predicted Tottenham XI: Lloris; Sanchez, Dier, Davies; Royal, Hojbjerg, Skipp, Reguilon; Lucas, Son; Kane
How to watch Tottenham vs Norwich
11:41 , George Flood
Tottenham vs Norwich has not been selected for television coverage in the UK.
However, highlights will be available on Match of the Day 2 from 10:30pm GMT this evening.
Welcome to Tottenham vs Norwich LIVE coverage!
10:48 , George Flood
Good morning and welcome to Standard Sport’s latest LIVE coverage ahead of another busy day in the Premier League.
Here we focus on events in north London, where Tottenham entertain bottom club Norwich in a 2pm GMT kick-off.
Spurs can make it 10 points out of a possible 12 under Antonio Conte with another victory today after seeing off Brentford on Thursday, but the Canaries are an improved outfit under new boss Dean Smith, going four matches unbeaten in the top-flight.
Stay tuned for match build-up, all the latest team news and live updates, with expert analysis from Standard Sport’s chief football correspondent Dan Kilpatrick at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.