EARLY GOODNEWS FROM HOTSPUR WAY!!!
Reliable Sky reporter shares what he’s seen from Hotspur Way ahead of Man Utd game that will make them to give up before the clash
Tottenham Hotspur will aim to maintain their impressive run of form when they face Manchester United in a crucial Premier League showdown this Sunday. With momentum on their side, Spurs are looking to continue their winning streak, having emerged victorious in their last three matches across all competitions.
Despite early struggles in those games, Tottenham has shown great resilience. In each of the recent encounters, they fell behind early, conceding the first goal to Coventry City and Brentford, and were reduced to ten men in their match against Qarabag due to a red card. However, under the leadership of head coach Ange Postecoglou, Spurs managed to overturn these challenging situations, showcasing their mental toughness and tactical discipline to secure three successive victories.
Now, the North London club is set to face a Manchester United side that has been inconsistent, drawing their last two fixtures but having won the two matches following the recent international break. The clash promises to be a significant test for both teams, with Tottenham eager to keep their momentum and Manchester United looking to regain their winning form.
In the lead-up to this highly anticipated fixture, Sky Sports journalist Michael Bridge has shared some potentially encouraging news from Hotspur Way. Tottenham’s Brazilian forward, Richarlison, who has been sidelined since picking up an injury during training before the club’s 2-1 defeat to Newcastle United in early September, could be nearing a return to action.
Last week, Postecoglou was notably tight-lipped regarding Richarlison’s injury status, instructing reporters not to inquire further until he had a definitive update to offer. However, Bridge has now provided a promising update, revealing that Richarlison has returned to training on the pitch, signaling that his recovery may be progressing well.
Speaking on Sky Sports News, Bridge said, “This is potentially some early good news for Tottenham. It’s still early days, but Richarlison is back out on the grass. Last week, Ange made it clear that Richarlison was not being considered for selection due to injury. But now, seeing him back training is certainly a positive sign.”
Although there is growing optimism surrounding Richarlison’s return, it remains unclear whether he will be available for the crucial match against Manchester United. According to the Evening Standard, Richarlison had initially been expected to make his comeback by the end of September. While it now seems that timeframe may not be met, his presence in training gives hope that his return to competitive action is not far off.
Postecoglou refrained from providing a specific update on Richarlison’s fitness in his pre-match press conference on Friday, only confirming that the forward remains unavailable for selection. With this in mind, it seems highly unlikely that Richarlison will feature in Sunday’s showdown at Old Trafford, but his return to the training ground suggests he could be back in contention soon.
As Tottenham prepares for one of the toughest fixtures in the Premier League calendar, the potential return of Richarlison could be a major boost for the squad. Spurs have coped well in his absence, with other attacking players stepping up, but the Brazilian’s return could add further depth and firepower to Postecoglou’s options as they navigate a busy period in the season. For now, fans will have to wait and see how quickly Richarlison progresses and whether he will play a part in Tottenham’s upcoming fixtures.