Danny Rose has claimed that Tottenham Hotspur need to stick to their recent approach to continue their fine form against Chelsea on Sunday.

A 4-1 thrashing of West Ham United last weekend made it 12 Premier League games unbeaten for Spurs, who currently occupy fifth spot in the table.

Sunday's London derby could be crucial in keeping Chelsea out of the battle for Champions League qualification, and Rose believes that Spurs need to ensure they do not stray from their normal game.

"Obviously Chelsea have had a difficult run but that doesn't make them a bad team," the left-back told the club's website. "They've got a world-class squad, a world-class manager and it's a derby, so form goes out of the window.

"It's going to be a difficult game but we just hope that we can perform and give the same energy and commitment as we did against West Ham. If we do that, it will be a difficult game for them.

"From our side, we've got a great sense of belief inside the changing room and inside the club, so as long as we keep doing what the head coach asks then we know we'll be in for an exciting season."

Spurs currently sit 10 points ahead of Chelsea.