Verdict: Tottenham wins & BTTS
Finest odds: 2.03
Bookmaker: ZetBet
Tottenham welcome Burnley in London in a pivotal match for either side. As Spurs try to keep up their aspirations of ending within the high 4, the guests are making a valiant effort to keep away from relegation.
The sport will happen at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the place native supporters will not be very excited to see their heroes after their current dismal performances that left the London crew in fifth place with little hope of qualifying for the Champions League subsequent yr.
Tottenham
Following a stellar begin with Ange Postecoglou on the helm that propelled Spurs to a formidable run of 10 rounds undefeated, Tottenham surprisingly dropped the extent within the final couple of video games. Regardless of defeating Manchester United, Newcastle, Aston Villa and drawing with present champions Manchester Metropolis, Spurs would possibly have to accept the fifth place.
4 straight Premier League defeats have left Ange Postecoglou and his gamers beneath large scrutiny with the Greek-born Aussie supervisor’s chair beginning to be shaky. Though his attacking set-up labored for many of the season, creating a few of the most memorable video games of the Premier League, the poor defending price the crew within the final rounds. It began in mid-April when a 4-0 trashing at Newcastle was seen as an anticipated fall following a formidable run of 12 video games during which Tottenham misplaced a pair. Nevertheless, the tough schedule introduced video games in opposition to Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool which in the end noticed Spurs drop to fifth within the standings after shedding all these encounters.
Moreover, the hosts’ defensive issues have been highlighted within the North London derby when bitter rivals Arsenal have been 3-0 up earlier than the break. The Spurs managed to salvage their satisfaction by scoring twice within the second half, however an unlikely comeback was onerous to attain.
It was a deja vu feeling at Anfield when Tottenham have been trailing following a nightmare 1st half with the Reds 4-0 up on the hour mark. Regardless of scoring twice within the final half-hour of the sport, Spurs followers have been fuming after witnessing one other dreadful show from their favourites.
Workforce Information
Regardless of having a few starters unavailable to play in opposition to Burnley, Ange Postecoglou has sufficient high quality within the squad to line up a robust formation. An all-out attacking play is predicted from the hosts who can’t afford one other misstep within the high 4 race.
Burnley
Regardless that they made nice progress this season, Burnley nonetheless wrestle to compete within the Premier League. With Sheffield United already relegated, Luton and Burnley are combating Nottingham Forest to remain alive and may have an uphill battle within the remaining a part of the season.
Vincent Firm and his squad solely managed 4 factors from their first 13 rounds as they did not swiftly modify to the tempo and depth of the Premier League. The guests’ schedule was horrible, although, dropping factors in opposition to the elite groups of Manchester Metropolis, Tottenham, Newcastle, Aston Villa, and Chelsea within the first a part of the season.
The host struggled to determine a rhythm till March, however have lately had a incredible run of simply two losses within the earlier 9 rounds. Among the many most up-to-date noteworthy performances that stored Burnley alive have been attracts in opposition to Chelsea, West Ham, and Manchester United.
Nevertheless, shedding to Newcastle at dwelling in entrance of their supporters (1-4) was the end result that considerably decreased their possibilities of surviving. Burnley will drop out with two video games remaining and a five-point deficit to security in the event that they lose in opposition to Tottenham.
Workforce Information
Vincent Kompany can line up his finest formation in opposition to Tottenham, having all his key gamers out there for motion. Nevertheless, the younger Belgian coach might want to handle the continuing defensive issues that might be explored as soon as extra by Spurs attacking energy.
Key elements to think about
- Tottenham dropped the extent currently shedding their final 4 Premier League video games
- The hosts are fifth within the standings with minimal possibilities to overhaul Aston Villa within the 4th place race
- Burnley wants a miracle to keep away from relegation and a win at Tottenham to maintain their hopes alive
- The guests misplaced at dwelling to Tottenham within the first a part of the season (2-5 remaining rating)
Conclusion
Burnley and Tottenham are engaged in a high-stakes match which may have a decisive consequence for each groups. Whereas Burnley needs to remain within the Premier League, Spurs need to compete within the Champions League subsequent yr. We anticipate a victory for Tottenham that may relieve strain on Ange Postecoglou and his crew, and objectives scored at each ends.
Verdict: Tottenham wins & BTTS
Finest odds: 2.03
Bookmaker: ZetBet
