Antonio Conte described Tottenham’s qualification for the Champions League as “winning a trophy” after his team swept aside hapless Norwich to take advantage of Arsenal’s recent capitulation.
Tottenham were in disarray when Conte was appointed in November but he masterminded a transformation to guide the team into the top four. Eighth as recently as February, a run of nine wins in their final 11 matches sealed the bragging rights in north London and their place at the top table of European football next season.
