Academy graduates Dane Scarlett, Damola Ajayi and Mikey Moore scored their first Spurs goals to secure their side's place in the Europa League last 16 with a 3-0 win over Elfsborg at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Despite poor Premier League form, Tottenham have an opportunity to continue success in Europe as they welcome IF Elfsborg to London on Thursday.

Postecoglou is under pressure this season after a nightmare Premier League campaign but cup competitions remain his saving grace. One of the favourites for the Europa League as a whole, the fact that Spurs could yet taste silverware success perhaps sums up the divisive nature of their season.

Spurs welcome Allsvenskan team Elfsborg to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Thursday for this key UEFA Europa League match, knowing that a draw will be enough to secure a place in the last 16 of the tournament.

Micky van de Ven tonight starts for Tottenham against Elfsborg in the Europa League. Brandon Austin will again deputise for Kinsky in goal and, if Van de Ven is on the bench, manager Ange Postecoglou's back four picks itself.

Spurs will hope to continue their cup success and seal their place in the last 16 with a win over Elfsborg at 8 pm on January 30. Ange Postecoglou’s side have enjoyed their breaks from the league this season,