Gritty, canny and efficient — against Brentford, Spurs came up with the kind of performance they have desperately needed

Tottenham beat Brentford 2-0 on Sunday to ease the pressure on Ange Postecoglou. MORE – Watch full replay Son's corner was knocked into his own net by Vitaly Janelt in the first half and Pape Matar Sarr's late goal on the counter wrapped things up for Tottenham who withstood some serious pressure from Brentford.

Tottenham remain unbeaten against Brentford under Ange Postecoglou, having played four games in which they have taken three wins and one draw. Thomas Frank's side are one of only two opponents they have faced four times without losing, having also taken three wins and one draw against Manchester United.