Jean-Philippe Mateta's goal secured Crystal Palace's first victory of the season, as they triumphed over Tottenham. Oliver Glasner, a man grounded in pragmatism, remains steadfast in his beliefs. He relied on these principles at the end of last season when Palace appeared to be on top of the world, and he continues to do so now, even as the team faces relegation concerns. Glasner believes that with time, balance will be restored, and the foundational principles will take effect. Alternatively, one could simply wait for Tottenham to arrive. Despite any faith in their processes, Tottenham remains a club defined by its inconsistencies—a paradox that hints at deeper issues beyond the visible strategies. They possess a fragile essence, often capable of delivering a dismal performance out of the blue. Mikey Moore, making his full Premier League debut, found himself largely sidelined, overwhelmed by Palace's pressing game. Tottenham's first half was arguably their worst of the season, second only to their dismal second half against Brighton. Unfortunately for Spurs, the situation deteriorated further after halftime.