Tottenham are already focusing on their upcoming league game against Chelsea after reaching the knockout stages of Europa League, says manager Mauricio Pochettino.

Spurs defeated Azerbaijani club Qarabag 1-0 on Thursday night to seal their qualification into the Europa League's last 32 ahead of Sunday's vital clash with the Blues at White Hart Lane.

Tottenham must now prepare for the quick turnaround which comes on the back of a six-hour flight from Azerbaijan.

"We are through to the next round and this was our objective," said Pochettino.

"The objective is gone now.

"We will make sure we will arrive in a good condition to play Chelsea. We have a strong squad and a strong mentality, with the maturity.

"It is true we arrive maybe not in the best condition to compete in the right way but respect to our medical staff for what they do, they will work during the flight and tomorrow we have a day off.

"On Saturday we will assess."