Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte and striker Harry Kane came to the same conclusion after Sunday's 2-0 win over Nottingham Forest.
Spurs were made to work for their three points at the City Ground, with Steve Cooper's side providing a difficult test. Harry Kane's second and third goals of the season were the difference and condemned the Reds to their second Premier League defeat of the season.
Despite having more of the ball, Forest managed only one shot on target and were punished for their defensive errors by England captain Kane. He also had a penalty saved by Dean Henderson in the second half.
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Speaking after the game, Conte credited Forest for their performance against his side. He said: "The game was tough, it was really tough. It was my first time playing in this stadium, it's not easy for the players, a lot of noise around the pitch.
"I think we suffered. I think we worked hard to exploit the space and cause problems to Forest.
"It is not easy to come here and get three points. I think this group of players are improving, and are learning to suffer together. We have to improve, to play the ball together, we work. In the end, I'm satisfied."
Kane, who is now only 73 goals away from equalling Alan Shearer as the Premier League's all-time top goalscorer, agreed with Conte about the result. After netting a brace, he tweeted: "A great win even though we weren’t at our best. Very proud to reach 200 league goals in my career… Bring on Wednesday!"
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