Spurs return to their home turf at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday, aiming to bounce back from their recent Europa League disappointment with a victory over Ipswich Town.
Ipswich are still in search of their first win of the Premier League season, and the Tractor Boys will need to put up a resilient display to halt the home side’s impressive domestic run.
Spurs, meanwhile, will look to build on their recent Premier League form to keep up with the top contenders.
Tottenham Hotspur Recent Form
Tottenham have been showcasing an attacking flair under Ange Postecoglou recently, with notable victories in their last few home league fixtures, including an impressive 4-1 win over Aston Villa.
Spurs currently sit seventh in the Premier League and are just two points shy of Chelsea, Arsenal, and Aston Villa, making this game essential to maintain their top-tier pursuit.
Although they suffered a 3-2 defeat to Galatasaray in Europe, their domestic form remains strong, particularly at home, where they have netted at least three goals in their last six league matches.
Injury and Team News
Spurs face some key absences, with Richarlison out due to a hamstring injury and Cristian Romero dealing with a toe issue, although Romero remains a possibility for Sunday.
Timo Werner, Djed Spence, and Mikey Moore are also doubtful, while Micky van de Ven and Wilson Odobert are confirmed as unavailable.
Last Tottenham Lineup
Here is how Tottenham lined up in their last Premier League match:
Ipswich Town Recent Form
Ipswich have struggled to secure their first league win, narrowly missing out last weekend with a last-gasp equaliser from Leicester to end the match 1-1. Sitting 18th on the table, Ipswich are in dire need of points to climb out of the relegation zone.
While they have proven capable of challenging teams, conceding four goals in their recent away matches against West Ham and Brentford indicates a challenging task ahead in North London.
Injury and Team News
Ipswich’s injury list includes Chiedozie Ogbene, Axel Tuanzebe, Jacob Greaves, Jack Taylor, and Janoi Donacien, all sidelined for the match.
In addition, loanee Kalvin Phillips is suspended following a recent sending-off, but Harry Clarke returns from his own suspension. Former Tottenham academy product Jack Clarke may get his chance to start.
Last Ipswich Lineup
Here is how Ipswich lined up in their last Premier League match:
Tottenham vs Ipswich - who is the referee and VAR?
Here are the confirmed on-field referee and VAR officials for the game:
Referee: Darren England.
Assistants: Simon Bennett, Neil Davies.
Fourth official: Robert Jones.
VAR: John Brooks.
Assistant VAR: Mark Scholes.
Tottenham Hotspur Player to Watch
Dominic Solanke continues to shine for Tottenham, leading the league with 212 pressures in the final third, more than any other Premier League player this season.
His work rate and goal-scoring ability have made him a crucial asset to Postecoglou’s high-energy attacking style.
Ipswich Town Player to Watch
Leif Davis has shown glimpses of brilliance and scored an exceptional goal last weekend. His creativity and set-piece prowess make him an essential player for Ipswich as they try to exploit Spurs’ vulnerabilities at the back.
Prediction
Given Tottenham’s formidable home form and Ipswich’s ongoing struggle to secure their first win, Spurs look poised to continue their high-scoring momentum. Ipswich may create chances but are likely to find themselves outpaced by Tottenham’s dynamic attack.
Our Prediction: Tottenham Hotspur 4-1 Ipswich Town
Betting Tips
Tip 1
Both Teams to Score: Despite Ipswich’s struggles, they’ve shown the ability to score against quality opponents, making both teams to score a viable option.
Tip 2
Over 3.5 Goals: Tottenham’s high-scoring home performances and Ipswich’s defensive issues make an over 3.5 goals prediction likely.
Tip 3
Tottenham to Win with a -1 Handicap: With Spurs in top home form and Ipswich conceding heavily, backing Spurs with a -1 handicap could yield returns.
