Oliver Glasner and his Crystal Palace team ran out 1-0 winners over Tottenham Hotspur at Selhurst Park to record their first league victory of the season.
From the first minute the intent was clear from Palace, press from the front and give Spurs no time at all when building out.
Glasner made two changes from the defeat to Nottingham Forest on Monday night, bringing in Ismaila Sarr and Adam Wharton from the start, replacing Daichi Kamada and Will Hughes.
The Eagles dominant start to the game was rewarded on the half hour mark when Daniel Munoz pressed the Lilywhites back line before crossing the ball into the box where Ebere Eze calmly flicked the ball into the path of Jean-Phillipe Mateta who took a touch before firing past Guglielmo Vicario.
After such a commanding display in the first half you would be forgiven to think the second 45 minutes would see Tottenham pressure Palace more, but that was not to be the case as Glasner's men continued to dominate the North London side.
Palace had a number of chances to double their lead in the second half, none more so than Eze, who thought he broke the high line of Spurs before slotting the ball away, but VAR adjudged the England international to have strayed offside.
It is certainly a performance to build on going into the cup game midweek against Aston Villa and the huge game next weekend away to Wolverhampton Wanderers.
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Player Ratings
Dean Henderson - 8
After his mistake last week in the defeat to Forest, Palace's number one bounced back in superb fashion against Tottenham, making a number of crucial stops to make sure he and his defence maintained their clean sheet.
Trevor Chalobah - 7
The Chelsea loanee was calm in possession and let nothing down his side during Palace's first win of the season. An impressive display after not having a pre-season at his parent club and only making his third appearance of the campaign.
Maxence Lacroix - 9
By far the best performance from the former VfL Wolfsburg since his arrival in South London. Dominant all over the pitch, showing his unbelievable pace to recover when the ball was played in behind the Palace defence, and got in the way of everything that came towards him.
Marc Guehi - 8
The Palace captain has for the most part had a solid season but against Tottenham he took his game to another level. Defending brilliantly in wide areas and cut out any danger down his side from Brennan Johnson.
Daniel Munoz - 8
The Colombian, like many other Palace players, had their best game of the season against Spurs. The addition of Sarr on the right allowed him to attack more and contribute on the overlap. Out of possession Munoz pressed brilliantly, a complete performance.
Adam Wharton - 8
After carrying an injury all season today was Wharton's most complete performance as he controlled the midfield for Palace. On the ball he had a calmness about him along with the ability to find space for his teammates to run into. Never afraid to get stuck in and win the ball back on transition either.
Jefferson Lerma - 7
Solid performance in the opening minutes, was a big part of Palace's press when Tottenham were building out. Unfortunate to be forced off due to injury early on.
Tyrick Mitchell - 6
Solid game for the Eagles' left wing-back who contributed effectively defensively, and reacted well to his team pressing high. Needs to improve in the attacking third but overall a positive performance from Mitchell.
Ismaila Sarr - 8
A constant threat in behind with his pace which scared the back line of Tottenham throughout the game. Was unlucky to be taken down by Micky van de Ven when through on goal. His best showing in a Palace shirt so far.
Ebere Eze - 8
Palace's talisman was back on form today after a tough few weeks. A beautiful flick to Mateta set-up the decisive goal, and Eze showcased his flair throughout.
The England international was unlucky not to score himself, after being adjudged offside. He continuously posed a threat to Tottenham’s defenders, gliding past the opposition with ease.
The Frenchman had his grove back on Sunday afternoon, linking well with Eze while being the trigger in Palace's fantastic press. Took his goal well and will be hoping to add many more in the games to come after a slower start to the season.
Substitutes
Will Hughes - 8
Introduced to the game to replace the injured Lerma, the former Watford man was crucial to Palace's win. Tenacious and dogged out of possession, whilst also being controlled when the Eagles had the ball.
Eddie Nketiah - 6
Maintained the high energy his team had shown and supported Palace’s forward momentum, didn't get many chances going forward as Palace looked to hold onto victory.
