As Tottenham gears up for a crucial clash against Manchester City this week, manager Ange Postecoglou hints at potential lineup changes amidst injury concerns plaguing the squad. With the Premier League title on the line, City must secure a win to maintain control of their destiny, facing Tottenham at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, a venue where they’ve never scored in the league.
Despite breaking their goalless streak at the stadium earlier in the season, City faces a must-win situation, with injuries adding to the challenge. Jack Grealish and Nathan Ake are questionable, while Tottenham grapples with a more severe injury crisis, sidelining key players like Destiny Udogie, Ben Davies, and Timo Werner.
Richarlison’s absence from Brazil’s Copa America squad further compounds Tottenham’s woes, leaving Postecoglou with selection headaches, particularly at left-back. With Ryan Sessegnon, Fraser Forster, and Manor Solomon also out, Postecoglou faces tough decisions in defense.
Midfielder Oliver Skipp deputized at left-back against Burnley, but Postecoglou remains cautious due to injury concerns and positional differences. Rodrigo Bentancur’s return from injury adds another dimension to the midfield, potentially displacing Pape Matar Sarr.
Speculation looms over the forward line, with Dejan Kulusevski’s recent struggles raising questions about his starting spot. Youngster Dane Scarlett or Bryan Gil could feature alongside established stars, providing Postecoglou with options to shake up the attack.
Previewing the game, Postecoglou remains optimistic about Tottenham’s chances, vowing to give their all to keep their slim Champions League hopes alive. Despite facing formidable opponents in City and Sheffield United, Postecoglou emphasizes Tottenham’s commitment to playing their brand of football and fighting for crucial points.
As Tottenham prepares to host City, Postecoglou acknowledges the challenge ahead but expresses confidence in his team’s ability to compete. With six points left to play for, Tottenham aims to put up a spirited performance and defy the odds against one of the league’s top teams
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