Hoffenheim 2-3 Tottenham - Son stars for Spurs

Son Heung-min hasn't been at his best this season but when Tottenham needed him against Hoffenheim on Thursday he stepped up.

His two goals helped ensure the defensive fragility that has caught them out in games in the past did not come to haunt them this time.

There was a large element of fortune about Son's first as it deflected off a defender and looped over the goalkeeper, but his second was a quality finish when Tottenham were under increasing pressure.

A 2-0 goal advantage never guarantees a win for Tottenham and while this 3-2 victory was closer than it should have been, allowances certainly have to be made for the huge injury list Spurs are contending with.

They have 14 players out currently, so to get this win that puts them on the cusps of the Europa League knockouts should provide a much-needed platform for them to build on.