Jose Mourinho refuses to blame Gareth Bale introduction for Spurs’ late collapse

Gareth Bale came on in the 72nd minute (Matt Dunham/PA)

Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho did not think the introduction of Gareth Bale was the catalyst for his side’s late capitulation against West Ham.

Spurs were coasting to the three points as they led 3-0 after a scintillating opening 16 minutes where Son Heung-min’s goal after 45 seconds was added to by Harry Kane’s brace.