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Tottenham scored three times in a swaggering six-minute spell to end a 15-year winless run at home to Manchester United on Sunday, grabbing an impressive 3-0 victory that ensures their pursuit of Premier League leaders Leicester isn't over just yet.
United's capitulation from the 70th minute — conceding goals from Dele Alli, Toby Alderweireld and Erik Lamela — was a major setback for Louis van Gaal's quest to make the top four. Manchester City are now four points ahead of their nearest neighbours in the fourth and final Champions League place.
Leicester had extended their lead at the summit to 10 points earlier in the day but that is back at seven points following Tottenham's win.
So who impressed for Spurs? And who was to blame for Manchester United's capitulation? Check out our ratings below...
Show all 22 1 /22Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Hugo Lloris: 6 out of 10 United's forwards gave him little to do, but his routine save to deny Martial was essential to this victory.
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Kyle Walker: 7 out of 10 Non-stop energy and adrenalin from the right-back meant he was still sprinting to meet a cross at the far post in injury time. It's probably the reason for his unnecessary spat with Depay in the final stages too. 7
Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Toby Alderweireld: 8 out of 10 Another accomplished performance from the defender was capped by the brilliant header that brought Tottenham's second goal. 8
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Jan Vertonghen: 7 out of 10 Back in defence for his first start since January, the Belgian could not have wished for a more comfortable return from injury that his afternoon with United's attack.
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Danny Rose: 8 out of 10 Again demonstrated what a fine full-back he has moulded into, his deliveries from the left troubled United time and time again. Deserved his eventual assist for Lamela's strike.
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Eric Dier: 7 out of 10 The defender turned holding midfielder once more proved his transition to be an inspirational move. A natural at breaking up play.
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Mousa Dembele: 8 out of 10 Is there a stronger play in possession of the football in the Premier League? Impossible to shake off when in control, if only he could shoot.
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Erik Lamela: 9 out of 10 Recovered from his missed sitter in the first half to contribute with a wonderful second 45 minutes. Scored one, set up one, he was a constant menace to United after the break
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Dele Alli: 7 out of 10 Opened the barricades just as it appeared Tottenham wouldn't find a way through, and spent his last day as a teenager tormenting England's most famous club.
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Christian Eriksen: 8 out of 10 The Dane adds a touch of class to the Spurs forward line, spotting space where there seems none and deploying passes that look impossible.
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Harry Kane: 7 out of 10 He may not have got on the scoresheet, but he never stopped running and battling for his side. Truly one of Tottenham's own.
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings David De Gea: 6 out of 10 Beaten three times but it could have been more had he not made some fine reaction saves. His handling from crosses was unusually dubious.
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Timothy Fosu-Mensah: 8 out of 10 His last-ditch challenge to deny Kane epitomised his performance. It is no coincidence that United's defence fell apart after his substitution.
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Chris Smalling: 6 out of 10 Kept Harry Kane under wraps for long periods, but ruined his afternoon once his side fell behind.
Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Daley Blind: 5 out of 10 Struggled when the hosts upped the tempo and opted for a more direct game.
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Marcos Rojo: 6 out of 10 Beaten in the air by Alderweireld for Spurs second, he looked more at home when pushing forward than in defence.
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Morgan Schneiderlin: 7 out of 10 Once more the pick of United's midfielders. His ability to read the game should have been taken advantage of by his teammates.
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Michael Carrick: 5 out of 10 Typically steady for long periods, but - like his team - ran out of steam when it really mattered.
Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Juan Mata: 5 out of 10 Another disappointing afternoon for the Spaniard, who just isn't influencing games with his creativity in the manner of old.
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Jesse Lingard: 5 out of 10 Struggled to make an impact, and when he did, his shooting was wildly off target.
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Anthony Martial: 7 out of 10 Remained out wide even after Young's introduction, he nearly broke the deadlock with a wonderful solo run.
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Tottenham 3 Manchester United 0 player ratings Marcus Rashford: 5 out of 10 Saw little of the ball in a first half where United failed to register a shot on target, and was replaced at the break.
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