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Tottenham Hotspur will kick off their Champions League campaign in North London against Villarreal, and the Opta Supercomputer has provided its verdict on the game.

Andrée Jeglertz’s side will travel to Brisbane Road on Friday 19 September, with kick-off in the capital scheduled for 19:30 (UK).

It is Gameweek Three for City, following a 2-1 opening day defeat to Cheslea and a 2-1 comeback win over Brighton & Hove Albion.

That a senior member of the Spurs hierarchy was speaking openly about the club's vision for the future felt in itself a change from the past, days on from the departure of Daniel Levy.

"Villarreal boast numerous former Premier League players, including one prolific scorer. They have European nous, but Spurs have added Champions League knowhow, too..."

Rob Daly, official club commentator, presenter and pundit

European experience...

One Villarreal star will be going up against his old club on Tuesday night.

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Opener: Tottenham host Villarreal to kick off their Champions League campaign

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Arthur Ferridge

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