It's almost time for the highly anticipated clash between Leeds United and Tottenham Hotspur at Elland Road! Football fans across South Africa are eager to see which team will emerge victorious. But before the whistle blows, let's dive into the latest team news and predictions.
Team News: Injury Updates from Thomas Frank
Tottenham manager Thomas Frank has provided crucial updates on key players. While the news isn't all good, there are some positives for Spurs supporters. Randal Kolo Muani has returned to training after recovering from a dead leg, a welcome boost even though he won't feature in the Leeds match. Dominic Solanke remains sidelined after undergoing minor ankle surgery. Frank indicated a clearer timeline for Solanke's return will be available after the international break.
Romero Fit to Lead Spurs
In excellent news for Tottenham, captain Cristian Romero has recovered from a foot injury scare and is fit to start against Leeds. His presence will undoubtedly strengthen the Spurs defence. However, longer-term injuries to James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski, and Radu Dragusin continue to keep them out of contention.
Leeds vs Tottenham: Match Predictions
Predictions suggest a tight contest at Elland Road. While Tottenham are favoured to win, Leeds are expected to put up a strong fight on their home turf. Pundits are predicting a 2-1 victory for Spurs, but Leeds' fighting spirit shouldn't be underestimated.
Key Players to Watch
For Leeds, watch out for their attacking options, particularly Calvert-Lewin and Okafor. For Tottenham, Mohammed Kudus is tipped to make an impact, potentially scoring or assisting. Richarlison will also be crucial in leading the Spurs attack.
Probable Lineups
- Leeds Expected Lineup: Darlow, Bogle, Rodon, Struijk, Gudmundsson, Ampadu, Stach, Longstaff, Aaronson, Calvert-Lewin, Okafor
- Tottenham Expected Lineup: Vicario, Porro, Romero, van de Van, Spence, Bentancur, Palhinha, Bergvall, Kudus, Richarlison, Simons
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