They won't get it: Sherwood makes Tottenham claim after Aston Villa drop points in top four race

Is there anyone in the Premier League vying for fourth place and Champions League qualification? Aston Villa and Tottenham seem to be passing the opportunity back and forth between each other.

Before the recent international break, Tottenham, fresh off a win against Aston Villa, suffered a frustrating 3-0 defeat to Fulham, much to the dismay of their fans.

It was a missed opportunity for Spurs to pull ahead in the race for Champions League football.

Similarly, Aston Villa stumbled on Saturday, drawing 3-3 against Brentford despite holding a 2-0 lead at halftime. This setback means that Spurs, with two games in hand, are now three points behind Villa, with a slightly better goal difference.

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With their upcoming match against Nottingham Forest on Sunday evening, Spurs have the chance to seize control of the race for fourth place before the season concludes in May.

Tim Sherwood is optimistic about Tottenham’s chances, suggesting that Ange Postecoglou’s team wouldn’t have conceded like Villa did against Brentford.

He believes Spurs are more assertive and have greater attacking prowess than their competitors.

Looking ahead, Tottenham faces crucial fixtures against Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool within a week, which could determine their fate in the race for European football.

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However, if they maintain their current form, they may not need maximum points from these matches, especially considering their final two games against Burnley and Sheffield United.

The ball is now firmly in Tottenham’s court, and their fate in the battle for Champions League football lies within their own hands.

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