The calendar towards the end of the season “gifted” the Londoners with tough opponents, and they didn’t withstand the test. Tottenham failed to earn a single point in four consecutive matches against Newcastle (0:4), Arsenal (2:3), Chelsea (0:2), and Liverpool (2:4). It was only in the last round that they managed to defeat Burnley (2:1) but not without difficulties. As a result, their chances for fourth place have practically vanished. As one can notice, the main problems for Spurs lie in defense. The last clean sheet under the guidance of Ange Postecoglou’s proteges was back in March against Aston Villa, when they secured a “dry” 4-0 victory away. Today, the main hopes are pinned on the home ground, where Tottenham has gathered 39 out of 63 total points and suffered only five defeats in 18 matches. Interestingly, in the Premier League matches at home, they haven’t drawn in 20 consecutive matches 14 wins and six losses. However, even at home, it will be challenging to earn points in the upcoming game, considering significant absences due to injuries: Richarlison, Timo Werner, Manor Solomon, Ben Davies, Ryan Sessegnon, Destiny Udogie, Fraser Forster, and Yves Bissouma.
Manchester City needs to win two matches to become champions regardless of Arsenal’s results. Undoubtedly, the upcoming match is crucial for the team. Pep Guardiola emphasized this in an interview, noting that “the mindset is exactly what we need to win such a match.” Throughout seven matches in the Premier League, the Citizens haven’t allowed any slip-ups. In recent games, Manchester City, relying on their class, easily handled opponents inferior in quality, winning by a margin of at least two goals. In the last round, they convincingly defeated Fulham 4-0 in London. Playing against Tottenham Hotspur away won’t be easy. In the last four matches at this venue in the Premier League, the Citizens suffered defeats. However, it was on this field in the current season that Manchester City defeated Tottenham 1-0 in the FA Cup round of 16.
