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Published 03/03/2025 at 08:02 GMT

Tottenham Hotspur will continue their quest to win the UEFA Europa League and secure UEFA Champions League football for next season when they travel to AZ Alkmaar in the Netherlands for the first leg of their Europa League last 16 tie. This is the last chance of a trophy for Ange Postecoglou's team this season. Here is all you need to know to watch the contest on TNT Sports and discovery+.

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Tottenham Hotspur will continue their quest to win the UEFA Europa League when they go to the Netherlands to take on AZ Alkmaar in the first leg of their last 16 meeting.

Ange Postecoglou's team will know this is the last chance of a trophy available this season, following recent exits in the Carabao Cup and FA Cup.

They have shown improved form lately, recording three Premier League victories in a row, but lost their last match 1-0 to champions Manchester City.

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AZ Alkmaar are currently in sixth place in the Eredivisie, and lost 3-1 to Heerenveen on Sunday.

The Dutch team finished in 19th place in the Europa League group stage.

They saw off Galatasaray 6-3 on aggregate in the play-off round.

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Manchester City striker Erling Haaland was left "sad" at what he felt was a "completely wrong" decision to rule out his second goal against Tottenham Hotspur.

Haaland struck in the 12th minute to score what turned out to be the winner in north London, and looked to have made sure all three points would be heading back to Manchester when he nestled an effort into the back of the net in the dying stages of the clash.

But referee Jarred Gillett opted to penalise the Norway international - who returned from a two-match absence through injury - for an apparent handball, as the striker tussled with Archie Gray and Kevin Danso in a bid to find space in the box.

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Upon a VAR review, Gillett's initial decision to disallow the goal was upheld, though replays showed the decision to be a dubious one - with TNT Sports pundit Peter Crouch pointing out the infringement looked more likely to be made by Spurs defender Danso.

Joining the TNT Sports panel pitchside after the match, Haaland fumed at what he felt was "more of a penalty than a free kick".

"No, I think it's the wrong decision," Haaland said. "Clearly, it's more of a penalty than a free kick, but I think because he gave the decision on the pitch, that's a bit of the reason why he stood with the decision.

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"I don't know. But I never think that should be disallowed. I think it's completely wrong, but that was a great goal though. So sad. I think it's more of a penalty, that's my opinion."

The decision ultimately had no impact on the result, but could have proved significant if Pape Matar Sarr had sunk his late chance to equalise, eight minutes into stoppage time.

City boss Pep Guardiola did not give too much away regarding his verdict of the disallowed goal.

"I didn't see it, but the referee was much, much quicker to disallow the goal than the VAR," Guardiola said.

"So he was clever and quick, but yeah, like we won is fine, but at the end, they have another chance at the end, so it's difficult."

City's victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium was a welcome boost after disappointing defeats to Real Madrid - curtailing their UEFA Champions League campaign - and Liverpool.

'He's making a mockery of the Premier League'

Former Spurs striker Crouch has enjoyed Haaland's influence on the English top flight since his arrival at Etihad Stadium in 2022.

The Norwegian's injury-induced absence was sorely felt during the defeats to Real and Liverpool, as City struggled to replace his sizeable goal threat.

Haaland's strike against Spurs took his tally to 83 in the Premier League, now sitting 25 goals behind the 108 that Crouch managed to accumulate throughout his top-flight career.

The former forward found the amusing side of that particular statistic, though could not hide his admiration for the City talisman.

"Centre forwards want to hang back and get the perfect goal," Haaland said. "He's always in and around it.

"He plays the percentages, but he also has the pace, ability and strength to create goals on his own. He's an absolute machine, I'm looking forward to seeing the next nine years, to be honest.

"[I scored] 108, so he's not quite there yet! He's done it in three years, I did it in about 22! He's making a mockery of the Premier League, I was quite pleased with my career."

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On why his side have struggled against Spurs of late, he added: "Always have been an exceptional team. A fantastic team through the years it happened [City lost].

"Their success is not a surprise when you see the squad, the depth of the squad, and the quality of the managers, and Ange is not an exception to the quality of them."

Speaking ahead of the game, TNT Sports expert Peter Crouch said: "I’m a little bit miffed to be honest. They don’t play again until next Thursday I think [against] AZ Alkmaar [and] they’re not in the cup, so I’m a little bit surprised.

"Manchester City at home and they were probably three of Tottenham’s best players on the weekend. Ange Postecoglou knows the fitness of the players and he’s chosen to rest them tonight."

He added: "Son was terrorising them [Ipswich last time out], it was one of his best games. I know people will say it’s Ipswich but it’s a difficult place to go. Son was mesmerising, back to his best it felt."

Tottenham have already beaten Manchester City twice this season: 4-0 in the reverse fixture and 2-1 in the EFL Cup. They also boast three wins in all competitions over Manchester United this term.

Ange Postecoglou has made three changes to the Spurs side that beat Ipswich 4-1 last time out. Son Heung-min, Djed Spence and Dejan Kulusevski drop to the bench, with Pedro Porro, Wilson Odobert and James Maddison starting.

Pep Guardiola will be buoyed by the return of his star striker, who has been nursing a minor knee injury. City do not look like the same side without their talismanic forward, so they will be hoping he can get among the goals this evening.

If the Norwegian finds the net, he will become just the second player in history to have scored 10 or more goals both home and away in three consecutive Premier League campaigns, joining Harry Kane who did it from 2015/16 to 2017/18.

More importantly, a win would see the Citizens move above Chelsea and back into fourth as the race for a top-four finish heats up. Just five points separates Nottingham Forest in third and Aston Villa in 10th, so every point is crucial.

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MAN Utd and Spurs want Cunha

Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur are both keeping tabs on Matheus Cunha as they look to sign the Wolverhampton Wanderers striker.

The Mirror reports that there is a £60 million release clause for the Brazilian this summer.

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The paper writes: "Manchester United are continuing to keep tabs on Matheus Cunha with the Wolves star inserting a release clause into his new deal.

"The forward remains the leading light at Molineux and was heavily linked with the exit door in January, but ultimately chose to remain and penned a new deal which tied him down until 2029. That hasn't stopped admirers circling however as he continues to perform.

"United were among those who considered making a move last month as they sought a goalscorer. Cunha also remains on the radar of Tottenham with the two teams monitoring him closely.

"Come June Cunha will be available for around £60 million - that fee is set regardless of whether Wolves remain in the top flight or drop down to the Championship. Either way the figure is more than achievable for a number of potential suitors."

Ten Hag could join Feyenoord

Former Man United manager Erik ten Hag could soon be back in work after leaving Old Trafford last year.

The Dutchman could return to the Netherlands, with Feyenoord on the hunt for a new boss after sacking Brian Priske this week.

The Sun reports: "Erik Ten Hag is set to be thrown a career lifeline by Dutch giants Feyenoord.

"Manchester United sacked the 55-year-old boss last October following a poor start to the season.

"Rut Rotterdam-based Feyenoord are understood to want Ten as their new manager after dismissing Brian Priske on Monday.

"Rene Hake, ETH's assistant at Old Trafford earlier this season, is also under consideration for a No.2 role at De Kuip.

Rangers weigh up Clement sacking

Rangers are reportedly reluctant to sack their struggling manager Philippe Clement, due to the cost of doing so.

The Daily Record believes it would cost north of £1.2 million to get rid, with a contract that runs for two more years.

The paper explains: "Sacking Philippe Clement would cost Rangers in the region of £1.2m.

"The under-fire Ibrox boss signed a contract until 2027 last summer but a humiliating Scottish Cup defeat to Queen's Park has sparked fresh concerns over whether he's the man to see out THIS season – let alone the next two and a half years.

"But the new-look board at Ibrox, including CEO Patrick Stewart and chairman Fraser Thornton, have stood by him this far despite questions arising at various points in a difficult season at Ibrox. Part of that, it's widely believed, is the financial constraints that would make sacking him now an expensive decision.

"But if things get any worse, with a tricky trip to Hearts coming up, then they may be left with no other choice."

Chelsea land Kazakh wonderkid

Chelsea will welcome Kazakhstan teenage prospect Dastan Satpaev to Stamford Bridge, but will have to wait for more than a year.

The 16-year-old can join when he turns 18, but now he will stay at Kazakh champions FC Kairat Almaty.

The Evening Standard writes: "Chelsea have signed 16-year-old wonderkid Dastan Satpaev, with the Kazakhstani forward to join the Blues when he turns 18.

"Satpaev currently plays for reigning Kazakhstan Premier League champions FC Kairat Almaty.

Kairat have confirmed that Satpaev will head to Stamford Bridge on a five-year deal that includes the option of a further year once he turns 18, which is not until August 2026.

"It comes after the teenager had a successful trial at Chelsea back in November.

"Chelsea will pay a fee worth £3.3million including add-ons, which is a record transfer for a player from the Kazakh Premier League."

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FULL TIME: VILLA 2-1 SPURS

That s it for the match. Villa through to the fifth round, with Spurs now in UEFA Europa League contention and nothing else.

Villa went 1-0 up after just 59 seconds when Jacob Ramsey beat Antonin Kinsky, with his shot going through the Czech 'keeper.

The home side then went close through Donyell Malen, Leon Bailey, Youri Tielemans, and Ramsey again, but they could not find another way through, and a wasteful Son Heung-min sent Spurs’ best chance of the first half straight at Emi Martinez.

In the second half, Dejan Kulusevski went close as the visitors upped their game, but Morgan Rogers fired home just before the hour mark to double Villa’s lead.

Marcus Rashford was then introduced to make his debut, along with Marco Asensio, with Spurs heads dropping once more. The former Manchester United man had his moments to suggest there was more to come for The Villans as they secured their passage into the next round.

Mathys Tel scored in added time to give the away side some late hope, but Villa held on.

Morgan Rogers and Jacob Ramsey spoke to the BBC after the match, understandably proud of the part they played.

Rogers said: "We played really well in the first half but didn’t kill the game off, so the second goal gave us a cushion. Overall, we’re really happy with the intensity and the energy of the performance.

"We’re trying to build on something and create something. I want to play my part in that.

"Us two are just starting on our careers so we want to learn what we can from these players who have achieved so much. It’s massive to have people like that in the building."

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Mathys Tel says joining Tottenham was the "best option" for him after making a loan move from Bayern Munich on transfer deadline day.

The 19-year-old forward made the switch having originally reportedly turned down the club in favour of a move to either Manchester United or Arsenal.

But after interest cooled from United and Arsenal over the weekend, he decided to join Spurs, initially on loan but with an option to be bought permanently.

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"Why I chose Tottenham, because that was the best option for me, what was important for me," Tel said.

"I felt the commitment, I spoke with the president [chairman Daniel Levy], talked with the manager. I'm young, I've started to grow up and this was the best option for me and I'm very happy.

"I'm very excited to play with my team-mates, for the fans. That's a new challenge for me, a new chapter to open. Very excited about it."

Tel has struggled for game time at Bayern under manager Vincent Kompany this season, making only eight league appearances.

Now he has a new challenge in north London, which could start as early as Thursday when Spurs go to Liverpool aiming to protect their 1-0 first-leg lead in the Carabao Cup semi-finals.

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The teenager has explained more about his qualities, saying: "I think I am a physical player, fast, technical.

"I play every moment, every game with my heart. I live with this pressure. I always have to push myself to go up and look forward."

Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou has come under increased pressure in recent weeks.

But that eased just a little when his team claimed a valuable 2-0 Premier League win at Brentford on Sunday.

An own goal from Vitaly Janelt gave Postecoglou's men the advantage in the first half, while a late effort from Pape Matar Sarr made sure of victory.

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SPURS SECURE FIRST LEAGUE VICTORY IN EIGHT GAMES

Tottenham secured their first Premier League victory in seven weeks as Vitaly Janelt’s own goal and Pape Sarr’s late strike secured a win at Brentford.

Spurs were on the back foot for much of the game as the hosts had over 30 crosses into the area and over double the touches in the opposition box, but Ange Postecoglou’s side showed a resolute edge they have not always exhibited this season.

The first goal came when Son Heung-Min’s inswinging corner found stand-in goalkeeper Hakon Valdimarsson out of position and the ball ended up deflecting into the goal off the back of Janelt.

Although the Bees dominated most of the play the only time they came especially close to scoring was when Yoan Wissa could only clip the crossbar when found six yards out from goal.

The victory lifts Spurs up to 14th in the table, four points and three places behind Brentford, and it must give Ange Postecoglou’s side some confidence going into their biggest match of the season, away to Liverpool in the League Cup semi-final, second leg on Thursday.

POSTECOGLOU HAILS SPURS DEFENSIVE DISPLAY

"It's always a challenge here, they're a quality side especially at home," Postecoglou told Sky Sports.

"After Thursday night we needed to back up here and I thought we did that really well.

"With so many set pieces we had to defend well and I thought we did as well as we have all season.

"We also showed some quality when we had the ball."