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Dele Alli stars in Tottenham 4-0 win over Wolfsberger

By Gary Pearson

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 24: Dele Alli of Tottenham Hotspur scores their team's first goal with a overhead kick during the UEFA Europa League Round of 32 match between Tottenham Hotspur and Wolfsberger AC at The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on February 24, 2021 in London, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 24: Dele Alli of Tottenham Hotspur scores their team's first goal with a overhead kick during the UEFA Europa League Round of 32 match between Tottenham Hotspur and Wolfsberger AC at The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on February 24, 2021 in London, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images) /
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Dele Alli, who scored on a sublime overhead kick while adding a pair of beautiful helpers, dominated proceedings, helping Tottenham brush Wolfsberger aside on route to the Europa League Round of 16.

The English midfielder was an instrumental part of Tottenham’s 4-0 win on the night. His early insurance marker, thanks to a goal-of-the-season candidate, got Spurs off to precisely the start they desired.

Dele’s bicycle kick was a bedazzling bit of skill, reminding Jose Mourinho of what he is capable of. Receiving a crisp pass from Matthew Doherty, Dele had it all to do. An initial touch that bounced true off the pristine Tottenham Hotspur Stadium pitch was followed by superlative technique and the purest of contacts. Whether he would have been afforded that time and space in the Premier League is a moot point. Spectacular and crafty, Dele staked his claim to be involved from the start of more top flight encounters.

Alli then set Carlos Vinicius up on a plate in the second half, delivering a pinpoint cross which the Brazilian feasted on, heading in from close range.

Going into the match with a comfortable 4-1 aggregate lead allowed Tottenham to play a no-pressure style, replete with flair and enterprise rarely seen this season. It was refreshing to watch. Spurs should be able to enjoy their football not just against inferior sides, but versus top calibre Premier League teams.

Creativity oozed out of Tottenham’s attackers, with Steven Bergwijn and Erik Lamela getting in on the act on various promising offensive forays. Lamela repeatedly slalomed through Wolfsberger’s defence while Bergwijn showed positive intent in possession.

Gareth Bale then got in on the act upon his introduction, smashing home with aplomb from another Dele assist. Vinicius added another goal to his tally after capitalizing on an egregious Wolfsberger error.

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While the tie was never in doubt, Spurs stuck to the task at hand, ensuring a comfortable home win and a stress-free 8-1 aggregate win.

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