Spurs showed their hunger and resolve to fight back from two goals down against Bournemouth, earning a much-needed victory going into what is an important week.
As Bournemouth looked set to end a run of successive defeats, Spurs were flat as they prepared to play in the European competition.
Kieffer Moore made a rare start and swept the Cherries ahead.
His second was more about guts than guile as he outmuscled Royal to meet Adam Smith's cross with a powerful headed goal.
Ryan Sessegnon scored into the bottom corner to narrow the gap.
Ben Davies was able to head in from Ivan Perisic's delivery to level the game at one point.
Spurs continued to press and were rewarded when Bentancur swept in from a set piece.
After recovering to beat Bournemouth, Spurs are third in the league, but still have questions about the issues faced by Conte.
With almost an hour on the clock, it looked like a bad week for Spurs, who were beaten by Manchester United and Newcastle before a controversial draw againstSporting kept them out of the playoffs.
There is a discussion about whether the Italian's tactical style stifles Spurs' attacking talent and why they continue to start slowly.
His side, which featured seven changes with one eye on the trip to Marseille, certainly can't be accused of not fighting.
The first half was dominated by Spurs but lacked creativity as they barely tested Bournemouth's stand-in keeper.
They were made to pay as Bournemouth took control but Sessegnon's strike, which came out of almost nowhere, provided much-needed motivation.
With Harry Kane and Son Heung-min relatively well contained, Spurs weren't able to create much from open play.
It was set-pieces which gave the breakthrough and allowed Spurs to go to Marseille with higher spirits.
It was important to get the win. I think we did a good job.
We had a chance to win this game even though we were 2-0 down.
I told my players that it was on them. I asked for more responsibility and more decision making.
The players showed great character and desire. We deserved to win because we had opportunities.
There's more to come.
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