Gareth Bale hits two as Tottenham's revamped attack blows Burnley away

This was exactly the kind of afternoon Tottenham had anticipated when Gareth Bale jetted back in five months ago. Two goals and an assist offered compelling evidence he has a clear use beyond Europa League cameos and heightened the impression that, at long last, he is ready to be both the gamechanger and team player José Mourinho wants.

Perhaps even more encouraging than the individual showpieces was his harmony with the rest of Spurs’ front four, all of whom were outstanding. Everyone was on the same page and that was evident through the marvellous ball Bale played to Harry Kane for the strike that effectively put this game beyond a sub-standard Burnley. Lucas Moura deservedly got in on the act too; given their woeful run of domestic form in recent weeks Spurs’ performance was an importantly timed reminder that, when it is harnessed properly, they have attacking power capable of blowing opponents away.

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from Football | The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/football/2021/feb/28/tottenham-burnley-premier-league-match-report