HEY SPURS! NEED A PLACE? THERE'S A 3-1 IN 4TH.

Tottenham finally manage a win after being sent home consecutively from the FA Cup and Champions League. Last season's dynamic duo, Harry Kane and Heung-Min Son, were responsible for the goals. Richarlison would've made the scoreline, too, if it weren't for that meddling VAR.

Like the Chelsea game, I asked fans before the match what they thought was going to happen...and about the managerial situation.

It seems all the gossip about Conte's position at Tottenham spurred the team to work hard from the starting whistle. That, or Nottingham Forest's football is so poor that they make even this inconsistent Tottenham team look great.

5 minutes in, and a long pass from Skipp within Tottenham's half lands perfectly for Richarlison, who steers the ball over Navas into the back of the net. After a long overdue celebration in front of the Forest fans, VAR makes itself known, much to the confusion of fans and players from both sides. A gruelling 2 and a half minutes pass before Richarlison is ultimately ruled offside, and his first goal of the season is snatched away- the rules state that if it takes over a minute to determine whether a player is on or offside, the goal should be awarded to the attacker. Apparently, Stuart Attwell is unaware of this rule and decides Richarlison is offside- by what, fans still can't decipher as Spurs's number 9 and Forest's defender seem to be in line with one another.

VAR: offside or blindsided? Credit: r/soccer on Reddit

Collective groans echo throughout the stadium as the referee, Craig Pawson, confirms the goal as offside. Credit: KMP Vision Media

Tottenham are not fazed (for once), continuing their plight for the opening goal. Richarlison remains desperate for the ball, frustrated at VAR's unjust decision. However, it is Harry Kane who takes revenge for his teammate. In true Kane style, he heads Porro's cross straight into the far corner of the net, avoiding both Navas and Aurier.

Joe Worrall decides he's had enough of Tottenham's constant attacks and goes in for a side tackle. Unfortunately, he ends up fouling Richarlison, earning Spurs a penalty. Despite passionate pleas from the Brazilian, it's Kane who steps up to the penalty spot. Cool and calm, the captain shoots down the centre, doubling Spurs's lead.

The classic Kane celebration. Credit: Football365

Kane almost makes it 3 before the break, once again assisted by newly-appointed right wingback, Pedro Porro. However, Kane's attempt to flick the strike over Navas causes the ball to loop over the bar instead.

Losing 2-0 at halftime, Steve Cooper changes the Forest lineup, subbing Mangala for Ayew and Lingard for Dennis. Richarlison is not letting up, receiving the ball from Son in the box. His attempt is quickly blocked by Lodi. The defender later receives a yellow for fouling Richarlison in the attacking half. The South Korean-Brazilian duo don't stop there, the number 9 cutting the ball back to Son in the box, who strikes straight at Shelvey. After a counter-attack from the Reds, and a hefty save from Forster, the two are off again, Richarlison crossing to Son, who touches past Aurier and glides the ball across the goal and into the corner with his left foot.

The stadium rejoices for Son, especially considering his poor form this season. Credit: KMP Vision Media

Forest respond with more substitutes, with Yates coming on for Freuler and Wood for Johnson. Soon after, Tottenham face two yellow cards because of reckless challenges from both Dier and Skipp. Wood injures himself quickly after making his appearance on the pitch, and has to be swapped out for Williams.

During the next 5 minutes, it's all about goalkeeping as both Forster and Navas are put to the test. First, it's Lenglet's header from Son's corner that is caught by Navas, then Forster's quick reflexes to tip Aurier's header over the bar. It's all Navas as he makes a dive to block Richarlison's flick, and another to stop Son's shot. Forster finally cracks in this goalkeeper-off, coming out to punch the ball away, only to be out-paced by Felipe, who crosses the ball to Worrall at the far post. The Englishman finishes into an empty net, bringing the scoreline back to 3-1.

Nottingham Forest's goalscorer, Joe Worrall. Credit: Nottingham Forest FC on Youtube

In the end, Tottenham make some changes. Kulusevski for Richarlison (much to his dismay) and Moura for Son. Moura tries his luck after collecting the ball from Kane, but Forest have too many bodies in the box.

Into extra time, Højbjerg receives a yellow for a questionable sliding tackle and Kulusevski's left-footed shot is blocked by Aurier. Upon the final minute of the game, VAR intervenes one last time, announcing that the Reds are to be awarded a penalty because of a Kulusevski handball. This left many scratching their heads, as when shown the replay, the Swedish International is seen outside of the box, suggesting Forest should be awarded a free-kick instead. It's Ayew vs Forster as the stadium holds its breath- can't even trust Spurs to secure a 3-1 lead!- and, seemingly making up for his earlier mistake, Forster saves the ball.

Fraser Forster in action. Credit: Getty Images/John Walton

As 4 minutes of extra time turn into 9, Skipp is subbed off for Pape Matar Sarr, possibly so the young Englishman can receive his well-deserved round of applause. The final whistle arrives in due course, the Lilywhites walking away with all 3 points and from Liverpool lurking in 5th.

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My thoughts and some facts about today's game

Fragile Forest: Nottingham Forest have lost all 4 of their games in London this season by an aggregate of 14-1. I wonder who spoiled the clean sheet...

Consistent Kane: Harry Kane has now become the 3rd player to score at least 20 goals in 6 different Premier League seasons. One season wonder, who?

Don't Skipp Over Oliver: Richarlison received Player of the Match for Saturday's game, but someone who shouldn't be overlooked for his performances as of late is Oliver Skipp. For a 22-year-old he is playing very well in midfield, rising to the occasion now that Bentancur is out. Fingers crossed for a Richarlison goal soon, though. I'm rooting for you, Richy!