Fulham struck four times in a stunning first 45 minutes at Craven Cottage to destroy Tottenham's FA Cup ambitions.
Harry Redknapp watched in horror as Spurs - so impressive in the Premier League and the Champions League - were simply swept aside as a rampant Fulham had a fifth round home tie against Bolton or Wigan safely wrapped up by half-time.
Spurs' fate was sealed in the first 15 minutes as Fulham captain Danny Murphy scored twice from the spot after fouls on Clint Dempsey by Alan Hutton and Michael Dawson, the second bringing a red card for the England defender.
Fulham took heavy toll of a Spurs team in tatters and at a numerical disadvantage as Brede Hangeland turned in the third from a corner after 23 minutes and Mousa Dembele's solo effort made it four seconds before the interval.
The scoreline could have had an even more humiliating look for Spurs with Aaron Hughes hitting the bar with a header and Jermaine Jenas clearing off the line from Hangeland as he pounced on the rebound in the dying moments.
Spurs were without injured Gareth Bale and Redknapp's decision to choose a midfield light on any physical presence backfired as Fulham overpowered Steven Pienaar and Luka Modric, allowing the pace and power of Dembele, Dempsey and Andrew Johnson to create havoc.
Fulham, in contrast, were vibrant and inventive from the first whistle as they produced a performance to support manager Mark Hughes' growing belief that his reign at Craven Cottage is finally taking shape.
Spurs still have the consolation of contesting major prizes at home and abroad, but this was a harrowing experience for a club and support that always cherishes the magic of the FA Cup.
Redknapp's team selection had a very attacking appearance. And a flawed combination of a lightweight midfield and shambolic defending was ruthlessly exposed by Fulham.
Dempsey had posted the warning signals by troubling Spurs twice in the air before a three-minute spell early on effectively decided the outcome of the tie.
606: DEBATE
Well done Fulham for slaughtering us, no excuses on our part, you were simply miles better than us on the day
SuperPav is not a Meerkat
The United States midfield man invited a reckless challenge from Hutton in the area after 11 minutes and Murphy demonstrated his usual composure from spot. And Dempsey was again a central figure as Fulham swiftly doubled their lead, once more from the spot.
He harassed Dawson into conceding possession before attempting to haul him back by the shirt in desperation. Referee Phil Dowd allowed Dempsey to get a shot in on goal before pointing to the spot and showing the Spurs captain a red card.
Murphy completed the formalities again and Spurs, two goals and a man down, were tumbling out of the FA Cup.
Redknapp attempted to stem the tidal wave of attacks sweeping towards the Spurs goal by bringing on William Gallas for Sandro, but the momentum was all with a Fulham and the switch failed to bring the desired effect.
Dempsey swept Johnson's cross on to the top of the bar and the striker saw a shot gathered at the second attempt by Spurs keeper Gomes. Dembele was also just off target before Fulham continued the rout with a third goal in the 23rd minute.
Johnson's flick from a corner found Hangeland completely unmarked at the far post and the big defender had time and space to snuff out any lingering prospect of a Spurs recovery with a simple finish.
And the dangerous Dembele left Fulham's fans almost harbouring a sense of disbelief when he made it 4-0 in first-half injury time. He was allowed freedom by Sebastien Bassong to race unchallenged at the heart of Spurs' defence, making them pay the price by sending a low, powerful finish past Gomes.
Redknapp introduced Peter Crouch for Jermain Defoe at the start of the second-half, but the change was simply an illustration of the damage limitation exercise being mounted by Spurs after the horrors of the first 45 minutes.
Normal service was resumed after a spell of urgency from Spurs, with Dempsey testing Gomes from long range before firing just over the top from an angle.
Spurs barely mounted an attack worthy of the name after the break and Fulham will feel aggrieved they did not add to their goals tally with a flurry of opportunities in the closing moments.
Craven Cottage celebrated in style at the final whistle - but this was a game Redknapp and his badly beaten side will want to forget in a hurry.
Harry Redknapp watched in horror as Spurs - so impressive in the Premier League and the Champions League - were simply swept aside as a rampant Fulham had a fifth round home tie against Bolton or Wigan safely wrapped up by half-time.
Spurs' fate was sealed in the first 15 minutes as Fulham captain Danny Murphy scored twice from the spot after fouls on Clint Dempsey by Alan Hutton and Michael Dawson, the second bringing a red card for the England defender.
Fulham took heavy toll of a Spurs team in tatters and at a numerical disadvantage as Brede Hangeland turned in the third from a corner after 23 minutes and Mousa Dembele's solo effort made it four seconds before the interval.
The scoreline could have had an even more humiliating look for Spurs with Aaron Hughes hitting the bar with a header and Jermaine Jenas clearing off the line from Hangeland as he pounced on the rebound in the dying moments.
Spurs were without injured Gareth Bale and Redknapp's decision to choose a midfield light on any physical presence backfired as Fulham overpowered Steven Pienaar and Luka Modric, allowing the pace and power of Dembele, Dempsey and Andrew Johnson to create havoc.
Fulham, in contrast, were vibrant and inventive from the first whistle as they produced a performance to support manager Mark Hughes' growing belief that his reign at Craven Cottage is finally taking shape.
Spurs still have the consolation of contesting major prizes at home and abroad, but this was a harrowing experience for a club and support that always cherishes the magic of the FA Cup.
Redknapp's team selection had a very attacking appearance. And a flawed combination of a lightweight midfield and shambolic defending was ruthlessly exposed by Fulham.
Dempsey had posted the warning signals by troubling Spurs twice in the air before a three-minute spell early on effectively decided the outcome of the tie.
606: DEBATE
Well done Fulham for slaughtering us, no excuses on our part, you were simply miles better than us on the day
SuperPav is not a Meerkat
The United States midfield man invited a reckless challenge from Hutton in the area after 11 minutes and Murphy demonstrated his usual composure from spot. And Dempsey was again a central figure as Fulham swiftly doubled their lead, once more from the spot.
He harassed Dawson into conceding possession before attempting to haul him back by the shirt in desperation. Referee Phil Dowd allowed Dempsey to get a shot in on goal before pointing to the spot and showing the Spurs captain a red card.
Murphy completed the formalities again and Spurs, two goals and a man down, were tumbling out of the FA Cup.
Redknapp attempted to stem the tidal wave of attacks sweeping towards the Spurs goal by bringing on William Gallas for Sandro, but the momentum was all with a Fulham and the switch failed to bring the desired effect.
Dempsey swept Johnson's cross on to the top of the bar and the striker saw a shot gathered at the second attempt by Spurs keeper Gomes. Dembele was also just off target before Fulham continued the rout with a third goal in the 23rd minute.
Johnson's flick from a corner found Hangeland completely unmarked at the far post and the big defender had time and space to snuff out any lingering prospect of a Spurs recovery with a simple finish.
And the dangerous Dembele left Fulham's fans almost harbouring a sense of disbelief when he made it 4-0 in first-half injury time. He was allowed freedom by Sebastien Bassong to race unchallenged at the heart of Spurs' defence, making them pay the price by sending a low, powerful finish past Gomes.
Redknapp introduced Peter Crouch for Jermain Defoe at the start of the second-half, but the change was simply an illustration of the damage limitation exercise being mounted by Spurs after the horrors of the first 45 minutes.
Normal service was resumed after a spell of urgency from Spurs, with Dempsey testing Gomes from long range before firing just over the top from an angle.
Spurs barely mounted an attack worthy of the name after the break and Fulham will feel aggrieved they did not add to their goals tally with a flurry of opportunities in the closing moments.
Craven Cottage celebrated in style at the final whistle - but this was a game Redknapp and his badly beaten side will want to forget in a hurry.
