Tottenham’s ‘only hope’ stretchered off in sickening blow as relegation battle takes huge twist

Tottenham finally won a Premier League match in 2026 but suffered more injury woes and failed to climb out of the relegation zone.

Xavi Simons was stretchered off during their late 1-0 win at Wolves, while West Ham scored a late winner in a 2-1 victory over Everton to ensure Spurs only climbed into 17th for a matter of minutes.

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Simons’ injury looked serious and will immediately spark fears the Dutchman will miss the club’s crucial final four games as they fight to stay in the Premier League.

On Inside Spurs for talkSPORT earlier in the week, Spurs broadcaster Ricky Sacks claimed the only way they can get out of their desperate situation is with Simons.

Dominic Solanke also picked up an injury earlier in the match, and left the pitch with only 40 minutes played.

Spurs finally had something to cheer in the 82nd minute as Joao Palhinha poked in from close range to put them ahead.

It’s a goal that briefly sent them out of the bottom three on goal difference.

However, West Ham scored via Callum Wilson in the second minute of stoppage time to lead Everton and keep them out the drop zone.

Antonin Kinsky pulled off a stunning save at the death to keep Spurs’ lead in tact, and earn them their first win of the calendar year.

Relegation battle as it stands

With both Spurs and West Ham winning on Saturday, there is no change to who’s in and who’s out of the bottom relegation zone.

At one point, the Hammers had a four-point safety gap as they led Everton and Spurs were held by Wolves.

However, with four games remaining for each side, there are just two points separating the London rivals.

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