Tottenham Hotspur have one foot in the Carabao Cup final.
Tottenham Hotspur fought hard to secure a 1-0 Carabao Cup semi-final first leg victory.
Harry Kane scored in the first half after being felled in the box by Kepa Arrizabalaga.
After that it was a back to the wall job for Spurs as Chelsea piled on the pressure.
The Blues lacked a cutting edge and Tottenham defended resolutely.
Stand in goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga responded to everything Chelsea threw at him, and he expressed his delight on Twitter after the win.
Goalscorer Harry Kane made clear with his post-match message that Spurs were well aware they have not completed the job.
One of Tottenham’s star performers was Moussa Sissoko, who made a point of thanking supporters for cheering the team on.
If Tottenham can get through the second leg at Stamford Bridge, a likely final against Manchester City awaits.
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