The goalkeeper did well on his European debut for Spurs, who had two of their senior players scoring important goals in the Europa League game on Thursday evening

The Premier League side played youngster Brandon Austin in the net against Hoffenheim. After narrowly winning the game, Postecoglou explained why Antonin Kinsky did not start.

Tottenham entered this month desperate for reinforcements to fill the gaps left by their injury list, and end it perhaps even more in need.

Spurs will hope to continue their cup success and seal their place in the last 16 with a win over Elfsborg at 8 pm on January 30. Ange Postecoglou’s side have enjoyed their breaks from the league this season,

Tottenham's situation under Ange Postecoglou worsened again after their weekend defeat to Leicester City at home and there can be little argument that injuries have been a huge factor in the club's struggles.

A journey to the continent was likely the last thing Tottenham Hotspur needed, as Tottenham Hotspur travelled to Germany to take on Hoffenheim in the Europa League. Minutes were already up, players were down, and Spurs had clearly been struggling with fatigue from match to match.

Tottenham Hotspur won their first game in the Europa League since October to boost their chances of qualifying directly for the round of 16

Here's every single word the Tottenham Hotspur boss said following the 3-2 victory at Hoffenheim in the Europa League on Thursday night

Tottenham captain Heung-min Son scored in each half to earn his side a 3-2 victory at Hoffenheim in the Europa League on Thursday. Spurs were quickly into their stride with James Maddison opening the scoring in the third minute with a deft finish from a long pass, and Son doubled the lead after 22 minutes.

Tottenham recorded a much-needed victory as they secured a 3-2 win against Hoffenheim in the Europa League on Thursday evening. Following Sunday's 3-2 defeat at Everton, Ange Postecoglou was able to name Rodrigo Bentancur in his Spurs side for the first time since the Carabao Cup win over Liverpool.

The 26-year-old earned just his second start for the Premier League club, recording his first victory after nearly a decade with Spurs

Here are our Tottenham Hotspur talking points after their much-needed 3-2 victory at Hoffenheim in the Europa League on Thursday night