The highlight of a relatively low-key first half was a disallowed goal by Cristian Romero, after the Spurs captain had headed home a Mohammed Kudus corner. West Ham, given their recent propensity to concede from corners, riskily gave up a succession of them to Thomas Frank’s side during the first half, but made it to the break unscathed.

Michael Kayode joined Brentford on loan from Fiorentina in January, and the Bees exercised their option to buy him permanently this summer. After an initial period of adaptation and injuries, he has now been a key part of the side under Keith Andrews.

Tottenham boss Thomas Frank has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against West Ham at London Stadium (kick-off 17:30 BST). Here are the key lines from his news conference: On how his players are after the international break: "Everyone is fine. Everyone returned well. Everyone is in a good place."

Ruben Amorim played a crucial role in convincing the prolific forward to join United. The former Sporting CP manager has been full of praise for his new recruit and the admiration is clearly mutual; Mbeumo likened Amorim to Frank, the manager who oversaw his rise at Brentford before taking over Tottenham.

Tottenham Hotspur Forward Mathys Tel Reflects on Champions League OmissionTottenham Hotspur striker Mathys Tel has spoken candidly about the disappointment of missing out on the club’s Champions

Tottenham Hotspur reportedly suffer a blow ahead of their attempts to sign a new striker at some point in 2026. The North London outfit can claim to have enjoyed a productive summer transfer window, Thomas Frank's squad populated to the extent where he was not able to include Mathys Tel in his Champions League squad.

Tottenham manager Thomas Frank conceded he was surprised by Daniel Levy's sudden departure, but hailed the former chairman's legacy after 24 years at the club.