Harry Redknapp admitted Sunderland made life difficult for his Spurs side as they claimed a 0-0 draw at the Stadium of Light.

The point edged Spurs back into third place in the Premier League ahead of north London rivals Arsenal, who play tomorrow.

Tottenham enjoyed much possession but they were unable to capitalise on it as the Black Cats proved stubborn opposition.

“We started well and in the first 15 minutes I think we had the ball for 14 of them,” Redknapp told Sky Sports.

“They were difficult to break down and were looking to hit us on the counter attack. They sat in and made it difficult, there was no space behind them.”

He continued: “You just have to keep picking up points. We all want to win every game and we came here today thinking it was a game we could have won.

“I think we had enough about us to have beaten them today. It wasn’t to be but it’s another point and another clean sheet, which is important away from home.”