Tottenham vs Wolves: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :February 15, 2024 at 8:58 PM

Modified at :February 15, 2024 at 8:58 PM

Ange Postecoglou will aim to change his side’s track record against the Wolves

Under Ange Postecoglou, the Lilywhites have been impressive this season, playing attacking football that has mesmerized their fans. They are currently fourth in the league, seven points behind leaders Liverpool. A positive atmosphere surrounds the club with the team unbeaten for three consecutive matches. They are back in Champions League contention after victories over Brentford, Brighton, and Everton. In the last match, Johnson’s 90+6 minute winner gave the side all three points.

On the other hand, the Wolves are in 11th place. They secured a convincing away win against Chelsea with Matheus Cunha scoring a hat trick. Despite this, they lost to Brentford in their last match due to inconsistency. They remain in contention for the FA Cup after beating West Brom to set up a fifth-round encounter with Brighton. After defeating them in their last two games, they’ll feel confident going into this match.

Kick-Off:

Sat, 17 February 2024 at 8:30 PM IST

Location: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

Form:

Tottenham (in all competitions): W-D-W-L-D

Wolves (in all competitions): L-W-L-W-D

Player to Watch

Richarlison (Tottenham)

After struggling at the beginning of the season, the Brazilian has returned to form in the last three months. He has scored 10 goals and provided 3 assists for the team. He has shown a swagger in his play with the forward enjoying his game. The forward has scored four goals in the last five matches, proving he is a valuable member of the team.

Matheus Cunha (Wolves)

The Former Atletico Madrid man netted a memorable hattrick against Chelsea which was his first in the Senior Pro. Wolves have scored five goals in his last six matches. His goals have helped Wolves impressive results over Chelsea, Brentford and West Brom. He has scored 15 goals for the team this season, proving himself valuable to the team as well.

Match Facts

Tottenham defeated Brighton in the last match by 2-1
Wolves lost against Brentford in the last match
Tottenham have lost the last two matches against Wolves

Injury and Team News

The Lilywhites will be without Solomon, Sessegnon and White due to injury for this match. Postecoglou will be pleased to have Son back in the starting eleven after his participation in the Asia Cup.

Gary O’Neil will be the happier coach since he has all the players at his disposal. As Hwang has been in top form for the Wolves this season, he will likely recall him back to the starting eleven.

Head-to-Head

Total Matches- 16

Tottenham- 7

Wolves- 5

Draw- 4

Predicted lineup for Tottenham vs Wolves

Tottenham Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie; Sarr, Bentancur; Kulusevski, Maddison, Son; Richarlison

Wolves Predicted lineup (3-4-3):

Sá; Kilman, Dawson, Gomes; Semedo, Lemina, Gomes, Nouri; Neto, Cunha, Hwang

Match Prediction for Tottenham vs Wolves

Wolves, with Gary O’Neil’s inconsistent performance in recent matches, will face a tough outing in this match. Tottenham have looked at their best in recent matches and the return of Son has made them even more dangerous. Tottenham will also be pushed to get all three points in this match by the home advantage.

Prediction: Tottenham 2-0 Wolves

Telecast for Tottenham vs Wolves

India – Star Sports, Disney+Hotstar

UK – Sky Sports, TNT Sports

US – NBC, USA Network, Peacock

Nigeria – DSTV, Gotv, Star Times

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