For the second time this season, Micky van de Ven went on a mazy run up the pitch and created a goal for Tottenham out of nothing. The assist he produced for Son Heung-min against Everton was impressive enough but on Sunday, he also shut down a United counter-attack in the process.

It is finally feeling like the endgame for Erik ten Hag. Out-fought, out-thought, out-run, out-played and, maybe, out of here. Manchester United were humiliated at home by Tottenham Hotspur and once more the manager is under severe pressure.

Tottenham Hotspur, under new leadership in the form of Ange Postecoglou, have shown glimpses of promise but remain inconsistent. After a mixed start to the season, the former Celtic manager is eager to prove his side can challenge the league’s top teams. A win at Old Trafford would undoubtedly send a message to the rest of the Premier League.