Tottenham Hotspur have found out who will be refereeing their clash against Fulham on Saturday, and the North London club’s supporters will be encouraged by the announcement.
Even though Spurs conceded five goals against Paris Saint-Germain and fell to the first defeat of their Champions League campaign, they can take a few positives from Wednesday’s clash.
That is certainly the feeling that the Tottenham head coach has, with Thomas Frank pleased with the way Spurs responded after their derby humiliation last Sunday.
The Lilywhites desperately need a win at home in the Premier League, and they have what they will see as a winnable game on paper, with Fulham set to travel to N17.
Stuart Attwell will officiate Tottenham vs Fulham
The Premier League have confirmed that Stuart Attwell will referee the clash at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday, and he will be assisted by Constantine Hatzidakis and Nick Hopton.
Michael Salisbury will be the fourth official, while VAR will be managed by Andy Madley, with Sian Massey-Ellis as the assistant VAR.
Attwell has taken charge of 23 Tottenham matches throughout his career, out of which Spurs have won 16, drawn three and lost four.
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More relevantly, Attwell has not been quick to reach for his pocket, having handed out just 40 bookings for Spurs players while never brandishing a single red card.
Senior Spurs man suspended for Fulham clash and three more are in danger
Cristian Romero is suspended for Tottenham’s clash against Fulham, having picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in the North London derby.
Mohammed Kudus, Joao Palhinha and Kevin Danso have three yellow cards to their name in the Premier League, and are edging close to a suspension.
Attwell’s tendency to avoid going to the notebook will be welcome news for the trio, who could all come into the starting line-up against Fulham after being left out against PSG.