The gap at the top of the Premier League is four points this morning.
Spurs have kept hot on the heels of Chelsea after their 1-0 win over Crystal Palace.
Christian Eriksen provided the only goal on the night, with 12 minutes remaining, which could prove crucial to Spurs bid.
Eriksen firing a low shot past Wayne Hennessey, having collected the ball from about 25 yards out, to put the visiting sides nerves to rest.
contested for the title with Leicester for much of last season - but fell away with a poor final month of the campaign.
Pochettino says they're in a better place this time around and hopes with five games to go in the season, his side can make the most of a huge chance.
"We are showing that we learned a lot from last season as a team." Pochettino said.
"The team is showing that and is so important because last season was a big challenge.
"Our challenge now is to try and reduce the gap to Chelesa again, and to think about bigger things.
"Last season the team were fantastic, playing well, and it was a massive challenge to improve again, It looks like we are better, more mature.
"After every victory, the most important thing for us is you build your confidence, trust and belief."
