Joao Palhinha has netted a potentially historic goal for Tottenham as they battle to avoid relegation on the final day of the Premier League season.Spurs went into the match, which would guarantee their status next season, at West Hams expense.And the hosts have been on top for the majority of the first half, limiting Everton to just four touches inside their box. Both Kevin Danso and Palhinha had chances in the early stages, while Jordan Pickford produced a smart stop to deny Richarlison tapping in at the back post. But he could not prevent Palhinhas strike in the 42nd minute. A corner from Mathys Tel reached the Portugal international at the back post, with his initial effort hitting the post.The ball rebounded straight back to the midfielder, who managed to react instinctively to put it across the line, before Danso would eventually bundle it further into the net.Celebrations inside the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium were wild, with Roberto De Zerbi sprinting down the touchline. Now, all Spurs must do is hold onto their lead for another 45 minutes, and their Premier League safety will be guaranteed. Topics Everton F.C. Tottenham Hotspur F.C. Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read LIVE Tottenham v Everton: Commentary, updates, goals and stats as Spurs face relegation D-day Jon Fisher 24th May, 2026 Tottenham v Everton: Confirmed line-ups and team news as hosts go in search of vital point Jon Fisher 24th May, 2026 Tottenham v Everton: Line-ups, stats and preview as Spurs battle relegation on final day Mitch Fretton 24th May, 2026 Which Premier League games are on TV on the final day of the 2025/26 season? May 2026 schedule, confirmed kick off times, fixtures Ben Miller 24th May, 2026 FPL: Gibbs-White and Welbeck lead five Gameweek 38 buys to ensure strong finish to the season Blake Hurst 22nd May, 2026 FPL: Morgan Rogers and Declan Rice among five players you need to dump ahead of Gameweek 38 Jon Fisher 22nd May, 2026
