Gomes out to make history

04 May 2009 09:47
Heurelho Gomes is on the verge of helping Tottenham to break a club record and he hopes to keep on improving next season.[LNB] Tottenham have conceded just nine goals at White Hart Lane this term and have just one more home game remaining, against Manchester City on 16th May.[LNB]The fewest number of goals that Spurs have let in at home in one season is 11 and Gomes is delighted to have played his part.[LNB]The goalkeeper is confident that Spurs can qualify for the Europa League next season following a 1-0 victory over West Brom on Saturday, while he would also like to fulfil his international ambitions.[LNB]Regarding the possible record, Gomes told the Daily Mail: "This is amazing. [LNB]"First, I think about my team, Tottenham. And then playing for Brazil could be a consequence if I do well."[LNB]"We have a chance to qualify for Europe, so this win was good for us. [LNB]"When I came to Spurs I had played for four years for PSV in the Champions League and I want to play next season in Europe.[LNB]"We will have a lot more games - difficult games - but I look forward to it."[LNB]Parks praiseGomes was criticised following a series of mistakes in the early part of the season and he credits goalkeeping coach Tony Parks for his upturn in form.[LNB]He said: "He is a great man. He has helped me so much and picked me up when it has been difficult."[LNB]Manager Harry Redknapp has also applauded Gomes' temperament after silencing the doubters with some excellent performances.[LNB]"He's shown a lot of character to get through that because he was getting stick wherever he went. Crowds were on his case," said Redknapp.[LNB]

Source: SKY_Sports