Tottenham Hotspur Aims for Sixth Consecutive Victory Against Brighton
On Sunday, Tottenham Hotspur will seek to extend their impressive run to six consecutive wins across all competitions as they face Brighton & Hove Albion. Spurs have made significant strides since their defeat in the North London derby, bouncing back with remarkable performances that include a commanding 3-0 victory over Manchester United last week. Additionally, they have secured two wins in their Europa League campaign, showcasing their resurgence under manager Ange Postecoglou.
Brighton, on the other hand, started their season with promise, winning their first two matches and remaining unbeaten in the first five. However, they have recently hit a rough patch, going four games without a victory. This downturn has raised questions about their ability to bounce back against a resurgent Tottenham side.
Football pundit Chris Sutton has weighed in on the upcoming match, predicting an exciting 3-3 draw between the two teams. In his analysis on BBC Sport, Sutton dubbed this encounter the “high-line derby,” highlighting the tactical approaches employed by both Postecoglou and Brighton’s manager, Fabian Hurzeler. According to Sutton, fans can expect plenty of action and goal-scoring opportunities at both ends of the pitch.
“I enjoy watching both Spurs and Brighton at the moment,” Sutton remarked. “Given the way both teams are set up, this should be an entertaining game for the neutral spectator, with lots of chances likely.”
Sutton also acknowledged Brighton’s recent struggles, noting that they suffered their first loss under Hurzeler last week. He emphasized the importance of this match for Brighton to demonstrate resilience and test Tottenham’s defense. “For Tottenham, the challenge is maintaining consistency after their excellent performance against Manchester United,” he added.
Sutton expressed his belief that while he anticipates a high-scoring affair, he thinks Brighton will manage to secure at least a point from the match. He has long believed that Tottenham is on the verge of delivering a significant victory, but that may have to wait until after the upcoming international break.
Injury Concerns for Both Teams
Heading into this clash, Brighton is grappling with a notable injury list. The latest addition to their sidelined players is Jan Paul van Hecke, while they have also been without key figures like Joao Pedro, Simon Adingra, James Milner, Solly March, and Matty O’Riley. However, there is some good news as Joel Veltman is expected to return after missing the recent defeat to Chelsea due to illness.
Tottenham, meanwhile, is likely to be without their captain, Son Heung-min, who has missed the last two matches due to a hamstring injury. Destiny Udogie, who was substituted during the match against Manchester United, is not thought to have sustained a serious injury and may be fit to play. Richarlison and Wilson Odobert remain unavailable due to ongoing injuries.
As the teams prepare for this pivotal encounter at the Amex Stadium, both sides will be eager to find their footing and assert their dominance in what promises to be an enthralling match. With high stakes and attacking play expected, fans can anticipate an exciting battle on the pitch.