Newly-promoted club. Away from home. Just before the international break. What could possibly go wrong, eh?
While Tottenham have enjoyed themselves on their two previous visits to Elland Road, many supporters are preparing for the worst when Thomas Frank's side travel up to Yorkshire this weekend.
The Lilywhites are unbeaten since the previous break, but the quality of performance has declined. Frank's current functionality is barely getting the results, and a defeat on Saturday will doubtless leave a bitter taste while we suffer through another slate of internationals.
There's a sense that the manager doesn't yet know what his best eleven is, and that uncertainty has contributed to the recent malaise. Will Frank get it right this weekend? Here's how we think he'll line up against Leeds United.
Tottenham predicted lineup vs Leeds (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper & Defenders
Guglielmo Vicario (GK) â The Italian has hit a bump in the road after a strong start to the season, and I would like AntonÃn Kinsky to earn a few more chances after the break. However, Vicario will remain between the posts on Saturday.
Pedro Porro (RB) â The Spaniard struggled defensively in Bodø, but a delightful cross helped bring Spurs back into the game. The visitors will need his technical quality.
Cristian Romero (CB) â After missing the midweek flight to the Arctic Circle, Romero has returned to training and looks set to start at Elland Road.
Micky van de Ven (CB) â Van de Ven will relinquish the captain's armband to his partner and assume his typical role at the heart of Frank's defence, having scored his first Champions League goal on Tuesday.
Destiny Udogie (LB) â I'm starting to really dislike Djed Spence at left-back in Frank's current framework. For me, Udogie has to be a shoo-in.
Midfielders
João Palhinha (DM) â Rodrigo Bentancur was criticised for his showing in midweek, but he wasn't the only one shirking responsibility in possession. Nevertheless, Palhinha was one of the starters rested on Tuesday night, and he'll be back in the XI here.
Archie Gray (CM) â Gray's recent performances have earned him a starting berth in a box-to-box role. Frank must trust the teenager at his old stomping ground, having helped Spurs equalise late on in Bodø.
Pape Matar Sarr (CM) â Sarr wasn't great in midweek, but Frank still deems him integral, and I'd be surprised if he dropped out of the side against a physical Leeds engine room.
Forwards
Mohammed Kudus (RW) â Spurs remain a one-man attacking force, and it's Kudus who's still taking on much of the responsibility. He's so good, and Frank's side would be pretty pitiful without him.
Richarlison (ST) â We need more from Richy laâ. His nose for goal is undeniable, but if Spurs are to improve in possession, the Brazilian has to be more reliable as a target-man.