Sign up to the Independent's betting newsletter for the latest tips and offers Sign up to the Independent's betting newsletter
Tottenham Hotspur fell to a morale-sinking defeat to Crystal palace in the FA Cup fifth round courtesy of Martin Kelly’s first-half winner.
Spurs had hoped to cement their chances of winning a historic treble with a victory against their London foes but a frustrating afternoon came to a close amid groans around White Hart Lane.
Kelly struck before the break down the right flank to arrow it beyond Michel Vorm in the hosts’ net and hand Alan Pardew’s Eagles a place in the sixth round of the Cup.
Emmanuel Adebayor started for Palace on his return to White Hart Lane but was unable to get on the score sheet in the capital.
The 31-year-old was released from his £100,000-a-week contract at Spurs only to later join up with Alan Pardew at Selhurst Park.
But who was the star man at White Hart Lane? See below for our take on the best performers...
Show all 22 1 /22Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Michel Vorm: 6 out of 10 Came off his line well a couple of times, but does not breed confidence like Hugo Lloris. Should not have been beaten at his near post for the goal.
Getty
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Eric Dier: 6 out of 10 Struggled to deal with high balls. Wickham and Adebayor provided a stern test and the Spurs defender did not always cover himself in glory.
Getty
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Kyle Walker: 6 out of 10 The full-back was in the thick of it. Almost scored own goal and got involved with Adebayor several times. Did not provide enough going forward.
Getty
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Kevin Wimmer: 5 out of 10 The least impressive performance he has produced since coming into the side to replace Jan Vertonghen.
Getty
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Danny Rose: 6 out of 10 Bombed forward at every opportunity and was as committed as ever but had a torrid time against the trickery of Zaha.
Getty
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Nabil Bentaleb: 6 out of 10 More like the Bentaleb of old. Passed well, tackled confidently and provided a reliable presence in the centre of the park.
Getty
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Mousa Dembele: 5 out of 10 Out of sorts. Misplaced a couple of passes and was replaced at half-time, presumably due to injury.
2016 Getty Images
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Dele Alli: 6 out of 10 Had a header cleared off the line by Cabaye in the early stages and was unfortunate to see another effort hit both posts before being cleared.
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Joshua Onomah: 7 out of 10 Afforded a rare start and involved in some encouraging interchanges to produce an encouraging display. However he did miss a chance from a yard out.
2016 Getty Images
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Son Heung-Min: 7 out of 10 The South Korean was full of running and was not afraid to drive at Palace from deep positions but was unable to fashion a chance for himself and ran out of steam.
2016 Getty Images
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Harry Kane: 8 out of 10 Did not look as fresh as expected after a midweek break against Fiorentina. Failed to convert any of the few chances which fell his way but still worked tirelessly.
2016 Getty Images
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Wayne Hennessey: 6 out of 10 The Welshman got down well to make a series of solid saves. A safe pair of hands throughout.
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Joel Ward: 6 out of 10 Solid if not spectacular. Got caught out on occasion but also made a series of decent blocks to thwart Spurs.
2016 Getty Images
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Scott Dann: 6 out of 10 Produced one majestic first touch but it did not mask that he was not as his best defensively.
2016 Getty Images
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Damien Delaney: 6 out of 10 Helped to keep Kane on the fringes of the game. Ate up the majority of aerial balls.
2016 Getty Images
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Martin Kelly: 8 out of 10 A memorable afternoon for the full-back, who scored a cracking goal and also kept Onomah's effort out on the line.
Getty
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Wilfried Zaha: 7 out of 10 Never gave Rose a moment's peace and tracked back relatively well too. Finally looks prepared to step up and do the hard yards as well as the glamorous work on the ball.
2016 Getty Images
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Yohan Cabaye: 6 out of 10 Pulled the strings for Palace in the centre of the park. Passed superbly but also had plenty of mettle to cope with Tottenham;s combative approach.
2016 Getty Images
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Joe Ledley: 6 out of 10 Bypassed for pace in the centre of the park on occasion but, on the whole, produced a decent enough display. Not the prettiest, but helped his side get over the line.
2016 Getty Images
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Jordon Mutch: 7 out of 10 Clattered Walker in the early stages, which personified his work ethic. Ran and ran for the side and also produced his fair share of incisive passing.
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Connor Wickham: 7 out of 10 Did not have the best of starts but grew into the game and got a fair bit of joy against a Spurs rearguard which struggled to cope with his power during the closing stages.
2016 Getty Images
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace player ratings Emmanuel Adebayor: 7 out of 10 The forward was booed every time he touched the ball but did not shy away form the challenge. He put himself about and produced his best display in a Palace shirt yet.
2016 Getty Images
This result means the hosts can concentrate on their Premier League title bid while winning the Europa League remains a real possibility following the 1-1 draw at Fiorentina on Thursday night.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies