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In an eagerly anticipated Premier League London derby, Fulham are set to host Tottenham Hotspur at Craven Cottage on 16th March 2024.
With both teams looking to secure crucial points for differing reasons, this match is shaping up to be a pivotal moment in their respective seasons.
Tottenham’s Chase for Top Four
Tottenham Hotspur, under Ange Postecoglou, have their sights firmly set on a top-four finish, following a resounding 4-0 victory against Aston Villa that reinvigorated their Champions League qualification hopes.
Spurs, known for their attacking prowess this season, have found their stride, amassing a 7-1 aggregate scoreline in their last two matches. A win against Fulham would not only solidify their position in the race for Champions League football but could potentially propel them into the top four, depending on other results.
Fulham’s Mid-table Stability
Fulham, managed by Marco Silva, find themselves in a stable mid-table position, 14 points clear of the relegation zone.
Despite a recent setback against Wolverhampton Wanderers, the Cottagers have shown resilience, especially at Craven Cottage, where they have been formidable against London rivals.
With European football a distant possibility, Fulham’s immediate aim will be to disrupt Tottenham’s top-four ambitions while cementing their place in the league.
Predicted Lineups
Fulham
The hosts are expected to field a strong lineup with Bernd Leno in goal.
The defence might feature Timothy Castagne, Tosin Adarabioyo, Danzell Bassey, and Antonee Robinson.
The midfield could see Harrison Reed and Joao Palhinha taking central roles, with Harry Wilson, Andreas Pereira, and Alex Iwobi supporting Rodrigo Muniz in attack.
Tottenham Hotspur
Guglielmo Vicario is likely to start between the sticks for Spurs.
The defence could include Pedro Porro, Cristian Romero, Radu Dragusin, and Destiny Udogie.
In midfield, Pape Matar Sarr and Yves Bissouma might anchor, with Dejan Kulusevski, James Maddison, and Brennan Johnson…
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Author : [email protected] (Martin Macdonald)
Publish date : 2024-03-15 10:21:54
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