Later his firm header after a cross by Isco extinguished any hope of a home comeback, his 29th league goal of the season.
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Real, looking to take advantage of Barcelona’s shock home defeat to Malaga Saturday, had been frustrated by the superb goalkeeping of Przemyslaw Tyton and some wasteful finishing with both Gareth Bale and Ronaldo left to rue first half missed chances.
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His initial effort was saved by Hammers goalkeeper Adrian but he converted the follow up.
Danny Rose had started the Tottenham fightback after goals from Diafra Sakho and Cheikhou Kouyate had left the visitors ahead with just nine minutes left to play at White Hart Lane.
The other game saw bottom club Leicester denied a valuable win as a late own goal from Matthew Upson allowed Everton to equalize for a 2-2 draw.
