Gritty Blackburn thwart Spurs’ UEFA Cup dreams

Tottenham 0 Blackburn 0

In the end it mattered little that they only managed an uninspiring goalless draw because Middlesbrough cemented their place in Europe with a draw against Manchester City.

But a win could have been crucial. It would have propelled Tottenham into eighth and in prime position for a UEFA Cup place if Liverpool go on to win the Champions League and are allowed to defend their trophy.