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Mauricio Pochettino praises Tottenham match-winner Dele Alli after Carabao Cup win over Barnsley

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Mauricio Pochettino believes Dele Alli is back in form after the midfielder scored Tottenham's winner against Barnsley in the Carabao Cup third round.

Pochettino admitted before the game he would start Alli at Wembley to help the 21-year-old rediscover his groove following some disappointing recent displays.

And Alli duly delivered, his second-half strike proving the difference as Spurs sealed a 1-0 win and their place in round four.

Dele Alli celebrates after scoring Tottenham's winner against Barnsley on Tuesday
Dele Alli celebrates after scoring Tottenham's winner against Barnsley on Tuesday
Kieran Trippier embraces the England midfielder after he gave Tottenham the lead
Kieran Trippier embraces the England midfielder after he gave Tottenham the lead

'For me Dele Alli is a top player.