Postecoglou welcome new boost as another Tottenham star pushing hard to travel with team to Brighton
Tottenham returns to Premier League action today as manager Ange Postecoglou looks to maintain the team’s strong form. They will face Brighton, who are eager to bounce back after their heavy defeat to Chelsea last weekend.
For Spurs, it’s an opportunity to build on their recent momentum, especially following their commanding 3-0 victory over Manchester United.
Fresh off a successful trip to Hungary, where Tottenham secured a 2-1 win against Ferencvárosi, Postecoglou provided an injury update ahead of the Brighton match.
He confirmed that Destiny Udogie, who missed the last game, would be available for selection, but club captain Son Heung-min would not be fit to return.
Postecoglou admitted that Son was pushing to make a comeback, but the quick turnaround between games wasn’t enough time for him to recover fully.
The Spurs boss emphasized the need to avoid unnecessary risks, stating, “Sonny is unlikely; he’s pushing hard, but I just don’t think the turnaround will be quick enough for him to be available at this stage.”
Despite Son’s absence, Tottenham will be confident heading into the match, with a solid head-to-head record against Brighton.
The two teams have met 14 times in the Premier League, with Spurs claiming nine victories compared to Brighton’s four. Only one match ended in a draw, and Postecoglou will be eager to extend Tottenham’s dominance in this fixture.
However, Spurs must remain cautious, as Brighton triumphed 4-2 in their last meeting, which broke a streak of two consecutive home defeats to Tottenham without scoring.
Both teams are known for playing an aggressive, high-pressing style, making this matchup even more intriguing.
The tactical battle between Postecoglou and Brighton’s manager will likely focus on which side can exploit the other’s defensive vulnerabilities while maintaining the upper hand in possession.
With Brighton motivated to recover from their recent loss and Spurs eager to keep their momentum going, this promises to be a fiercely contested match.
As Tottenham continues their journey in the Premier League, their ability to navigate injury setbacks and maintain consistency will be critical. With key players like Son sidelined, the responsibility falls on others to step up and carry the team forward.
Spurs fans will hope that the recent victories can propel them to another strong performance, solidifying their place among the top contenders in the league this season.
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