Tottenham Hotspur secured their third consecutive victory in the Premier League by defeating Ipswich Town 4-1 at Portman Road Stadium on February 23, 2025. The match showcased the brilliance of captain Son Heung-min, who registered two assists and proved pivotal to the team's success.
The match began with both teams eager to establish control on the field. Ipswich's initial aggression was evident as they created several early chances, including a fierce header from Liam Delap which struck the post. Tottenham, under the guidance of head coach Ange Postecoglou, responded with poise.
It was Son, who has been instrumental to Tottenham’s attacking strategy this season, who broke the deadlock. At the 18-minute mark, Son displayed his skill by skillfully evading two defenders on the left wing, delivering a perfectly timed low cross to Brennan Johnson, who netted the opening goal. This assist marked Son’s eighth of the league season.
Just eight minutes later, Son struck again, this time setting up Johnson for his second goal of the match. Charging down the left flank, Son threaded the ball through to Johnson, who made no mistake, double-tapping it past the Ipswich keeper and extending Tottenham's lead to 2-0.
Despite the setback, Ipswich rallied midway through the first half. A defensive mishap allowed Amari Hutchinson to capitalize, pulling one back for Ipswich at the 36-minute mark. Their resurgence sparked hopes of staging a comeback as the first half ended with Tottenham leading 2-1.
After the restart, Ipswich continued to press and had what they thought was the equalizer, only for the goal to be ruled offside, deflATING their momentum. This near-miss seemed to provide Tottenham with the impetus they needed to secure their lead.
With the game entering the final stages, Tottenham extended their lead. James Maddison assisted Jed Spence, who found the net to make it 3-1. Shortly after, Dejan Kulusevski sealed the victory with another goal, firing home after deftly controlling the ball, bringing the score to 4-1.
This victory not only marked Tottenham's third on the trot but also held significant importance for their position within the league, placing them at 12th with 33 points. Son’s two assists brought his total for the season to 10 goals and 10 assists across all competitions, highlighting his role as both scorer and facilitator—accomplishing the rare feat of double digits for the fifth time throughout his career.
Touted as one of the most versatile attackers, Son utilized his experience and talent to assist his teammates effectively, demonstrating his return to form after previous struggles. His contributions continue to underline Tottenham's reliance on him as they seek consistency and stability going forward this season.
Following the final whistle, players celebrated their hard-fought victory as they maintain momentum heading toward the latter stages of the season. Tottenham fans will undoubtedly be relieved to see their team show signs of rejuvenation, with Son leading by example.