Vincent Kompany’s men had to win in North London to give themselves any hope of staying up.
Despite briefly giving themselves hope when Jacob Bruun Larsen handed them the lead, Spurs came from behind to inflict a 2-1 defeat.
Here’s how Burnley’s players rated:
5. Charlie Taylor - 6/10
Back in the side and as solid as ever, if unspectacular. Made a crucial early block to deny James Maddison. Absolutely gutted at full-time. Photo: GLYN KIRK
6. Josh Cullen - 6/10
Had to walk a tightrope after being booked early on but did okay. Got away with a wayward pass near his own goal. Photo: Julian Finney
7. Sander Berge - 7/10
Superb in the first-half, running the show in the middle of the park and providing the pass for Bruun Larsen’s goal. Quieter in the second-half. Photo: DARREN STAPLES
8. Jacob Bruun Larsen - 7/10
Stuck away his chance well to score for the seventh time this season. Had joy against the makeshift left-back but squandered two further chances. Photo: Bryn Lennon