Returning after the FIFA Days in October, Tottenham still maintained their form with a 2-0 victory over Fulham in round 9 of the Premier League.
Not only did they extend their unbeaten run to nine, it was also Spurs' best start in Premier League history. Coach Ange Postecoglou is helping the "Roosters" live their dreams, literally.
No one thought that a weak Tottenham last season and losing Harry Kane could quickly recover. And it is worth mentioning that this is also Postecoglou's first season working in the Premier League.
With 23 points from nine games, Postecoglou has had his best start to a Premier League-era manager. Specifically, this strategist broke the previous 22-point record of Guus Hiddink (Ch Chelsea, 2009) and Mike Walker ( Norwich City, 1992).
When asked about the record for Tottenham, Postecoglou shared: "Look, it's everyone's contribution. We played really steadily and achieved good results."
In addition, Postecoglou also praised the players for their hard work, good organization and patience in finding loopholes from the opponent. Obviously, this strategist is benefiting as Tottenham players quickly adapt to the new philosophy.
Although this is Spurs' best score in the Premier League era, it is only the second best in the history of the English top flight, after the 1960-1961 season, the last time they won the championship. That season, Spurs won 27 points from their first 9 matches.
The most points Spurs have won in nine Premier League games before this season is 21 (2018-2019). They have won 20 points three times at this stage of the season in the Premier League era.
However, Tottenham's previous 7 best starts in the Premier League era have only brought 3rd place (2017-2018). In addition, they are only in 6th place (2013-2014), 7th (2020-2021) and 8th (2022-2023) after earning 19 points in the first 9 matches.
But in the end, Tottenham's only better start to the 2023-24 season was their last win. This is a good sign for Tottenham fans.
There is still a long way for Spurs to affirm that they are capable of becoming a counterpart to Man City. If they can beat Crystal Palace this weekend, they will go a long way towards that goal.
"I will be bitterly disappointed if we do not progress from the current position. I still think we have a lot to improve and that is what I am aiming for.
If we are still in the top group by the end of the season, it may surprise some people, but it will not surprise me because I do not set a goal. Where we finish is where we belong," Postecoglou said.
