Tottenham equals longest unbeaten run of 12 matches

With only one loss on the season - an opening day defeat to Manchester United - coupled with an unbeaten run of 12 matches, Tottenham Hotspur appear as favourites to snatch the coveted fourth-place Champions League spot.

Sunday's defeat of London rivals West Ham United have Mauricio Pocchetino's squad sitting fifth, two points shy of hated foes Arsenal.

With Chelsea's disappointing campaign opening up one of the strongly desired Champions League positions that have often eluded the north London outfit, Spurs seem poised to finish fourth, if not better.

Since the 1-0 loss to United on August 8, Tottenham have only lost twice in all competitions - a League Cup defeat to Arsenal followed by a Europa League loss at Anderlecht a month later.

Spurs will be looking to continue this fine run of form next Sunday when they host Jose Mourinho's lot at White Hart Lane, with a mere four points separating table-toppers Leicester City and Spurs.