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‘We are lucky I have so many years in the Premier League’ – Mourinho takes credit for opening Spurs win

The Portuguese collected three points from his first game as Tottenham boss, but was hanging on towards the end of a 3-2 victory over West Ham

Jose Mourinho says Tottenham are “lucky” he boasts such vast experience in the Premier League after opening his reign in north London with a 3-2 victory over West Ham.

Spurs appeared to be on course for a comfortable afternoon at the London Stadium, as they took in a derby date with local rivals.

Son Heung-min, Lucas Moura and Harry Kane established a three-goal lead inside 49 minutes, with Mourinho enjoying a dream start to life in a new post.