Tottenham boss Andre Villas-Boas has played down title talk after victory at Manchester United.

In the aftermath of such a momentous performance, Villas-Boas refused to talk of his team as potential league champions, something Spurs have not achieved since 1961.

"I don't think so," he said. "A couple of days ago, we were exactly the opposite.

"This is a very special night for us but our quest is to qualify for the Champions League.

"It is very difficult to go for the title. We understand it is a place where the great teams of this country belong.

"We want to win a trophy this season - and we want Champions League qualification."