Paulinho gives Tottenham 1-0 victory over Cardiff

CARDIFF, Wales (AP) Paulinho scored his first Premier League goal in stoppage time Sunday as Tottenham broke through Cardiff's resistance to win 1-0.

Tottenham dominated large sections of the game in south Wales but goalkeeper David Marshal made crucial saves from Roberto Soldado, Christian Eriksen, Gylfi Sigurdsson and Paulinho.

Paulinho finally ensured Tottenham left Cardiff with something to show for its dominance as the Brazil midfielder tapped in Erik Lamela's pass from close range in the third minute of stoppage time.

The victory ensured Tottenham finished the weekend level at the top of the Premier League with Arsenal but behind its north London rival on goal difference. Arsenal beat Stoke 3-1 on Sunday.