Aoba Tanaka 
Tottenham Hotspur advanced to the fourth round of the FA Cup by defeating Burnley in a hard-fought clash, with Pedro Porro stealing the spotlight with a magnificent 25-yard strike.
In a match where Tottenham missed the services of club captain Son Heung-min, currently on duty with South Korea for the Asian Cup, the hosts struggled to find the breakthrough until the 78th minute. Burnley’s goalkeeper Arijanet Muric’s throw was intercepted by Porro, who showcased his brilliance with a stunning shot into the top corner.
Despite Burnley’s efforts, particularly a missed opportunity by Zeki Amdouni in the first half, they couldn’t find the back of the net. In a dramatic finish, Muric’s late attempts during corners were thwarted, leaving Burnley to face their fifth defeat in seven matches.
The defeat places Burnley, currently 19th in the Premier League, in a challenging position as they focus on avoiding relegation. Meanwhile, Tottenham, led by manager Ange Postecoglou in his first FA Cup experience, displayed their commitment to the competition by fielding a strong lineup. Postecoglou, who previously led Celtic to a treble in the Scottish Premiership, emphasized the significance of the FA Cup for Spurs, a team without a major trophy since 2008.
The draw for the fourth round of the FA Cup is scheduled for Monday, January 8, at 19:50 GMT. Tottenham, aiming for a successful cup run, will look to build on their recent victory and continue their pursuit of silverware.
