Dead-ball king Bale whips up Spurs win

Europa League last 32: Tottenham 2 Lyon 1

Dead-ball king Bale whips up Spurs win
Fri, 15 Feb, 2013 - 00:00

Samuel Umtiti looked like he had earned a draw for Lyon when he smashed home a stunning half-volley equaliser in the 55th minute, but once again Bale came to the rescue for Spurs.

Andre Villas-Boas has a point when he compares his star man to Real Madrid marksman Cristiano Ronaldo.

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