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Tottenham are back in the Champions League and will be facing Spanish side Villarreal tonight

The Champions League group stage gets under way tonight, with Tottenham in action against Spanish outfit Villarreal.

Spurs are last season's Europa League winners, meaning their prize was a place at the top table of elite European football this time around.

The north Londoners seem a world away from their 17th-placed finish now, with Thomas Frank at the helm.

They have started the season well under the Dane, with nine points from a possible 12.

They've already pushed Paris Saint-Germain to the wire in the Super Cup, so there is no reason why they can't go far in the Champions League this term.

Tonight's visitors are no slouches, however, sitting fifth in La Liga after four matches.

Here is everything you need to know about tonight's clash in the English capital....

What time is kick-off?

Tottenham’s clash with Villarreal kicks off at 8pm on Tuesday, September 16, at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London.

Is the game on TV?

Yes, Amazon Prime Video have the rights for this one and you can watch the game for free.

You can sign up for a free 30-day trial of Amazon Prime, ensuring you will be able to watch the Champions League fixture without paying a single penny. Follow the link here to find out more.

What have the managers said?

Thomas Frank: "Obviously it’s a big thing. I am hugely looking forward to it.

"I know it will be special when we have that Champions League anthem playing.

"That will be the moment. Now is preparation, a few cameras, business as usual but when we walk out onto the pitch tomorrow that will be very special."

Marcelino: "I am totally convinced that he (Thomas Partey) is mentally prepared and technically prepared to play tomorrow.

"For sure he will be ready. We are very happy Thomas is with us for his football capacity, football ability and his presence as a human."

"He is a great player with a lot of experience. He has played for a lot of top clubs. We know he has a great level."

Wrexham were one of the busiest clubs in the summer transfer window, but they could still add to their squad with a number of high-profile free agents still available

Wrexham welcomed 13 new players during the summer transfer window, splashing out a huge sum of £33million.

The Red Dragons added three more signings to their ranks on deadline day as the window closed on Monday. Midfielder Ben Sheaf was snapped up from Coventry City for a reported fee of £6.5m, while Blackburn Rovers defender Dominic Hyam was secured in a deal valued at £2.7m.

The Hollywood-backed club also sealed a season-long loan for Manchester City wing-back Issa Kabore. The window's closure marked the end of a hectic period for manager Phil Parkinson, but Wrexham may still conduct further business.

The Championship newcomers announced on Thursday that they have registered 24 players for this season, leaving room for a potential free agent signing. Notably absent from the list were several names, including Wales goalkeeper Danny Ward, who is set for a prolonged stint on the sidelines after sustaining an elbow injury against Millwall last weekend.

Midfielders Ollie Rathbone and Andy Cannon, along with striker Jay Rodriguez, were also omitted as they contend with injuries. Defender Eoghan O'Connell left Wrexham by mutual consent on Thursday following his exclusion from the squad.

Whether Parkinson opts to fill the vacancy with another newcomer remains to be seen, but it wouldn't be a shock given his addition of Matty James and Jon Dadi Bodvarsson as free agents last season. Here, Wales Online examines some of the players who remain available and could be a valuable addition to the ambitious North Wales club following the closure of the transfer window.

Christian Eriksen

Wrexham made a daring move to sign Christian Eriksen over the summer following his departure from Manchester United. Despite being intrigued by the club's offer, the 33-year-old declined the chance to relocate to North Wales, expressing his desire to continue playing at the highest level.

Nevertheless, with the Danish international remaining a free agent, Wrexham might be encouraged to rekindle their pursuit. Eriksen, whose distinguished career includes spells at Ajax, Tottenham, Inter Milan and Brentford, possesses a remarkable pedigree.

Eriksen is currently understood to be keeping fit with Swedish outfit Malmo whilst he persists in his hunt for a new employer. It would represent a major coup for Wrexham should they manage to persuade him to make the switch.

Dele Alli

Ex-England midfielder Dele Alli finds himself without a club once again after mutually terminating his contract with Como, having only played once for the Serie A team. Dele joined the Italian side on a free transfer in January on an 18-month deal, hoping to rejuvenate his career following a prolonged absence due to injuries, addiction and mental health issues.

However, the 29-year-old's stint at Como turned sour when he was shown a red card less than ten minutes after coming off the bench during Cesc Fabregas' team's 2-1 defeat to AC Milan at the San Siro in March. Wrexham, owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac, are now among the bookies' favourites to sign Dele and help him get back on track.

He was previously a key player for Tottenham and has earned 37 caps for his country, helping them reach the 2018 World Cup semi-finals. Dele's experience could therefore prove beneficial for Wrexham as they strive to reach the Premier League.

Patrick Bamford

Wrexham also have the chance to pursue another former target in Patrick Bamford following the forward's departure from Leeds United. The 31-year-old, who has one England cap, recently parted ways with the Premier League returnees by mutual consent after a seven-year spell at Elland Road.

It came after boss Daniel Farke made it clear last month that Bamford was surplus to requirements for the current campaign and would have to train with the under-21s if he opted to stay. Upon departing Leeds, Bamford admitted to feeling "raw".

Former England and Tottenham midfielder Paul Gascoigne was rushed to hospital on Tuesday night after being found collapsed at his home in Dorset

England football legend Paul Gascoigne was rushed to intensive care after being discovered collapsed at his residence by a friend. The 58 year old is now reported to be in a stable condition and on the mend.

The ex-Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United midfielder was found in a semi-conscious state in his bedroom in Poole, Dorset, as per The Sun's report. He was taken into intensive care but has since stabilised and is recuperating in an acute medical unit.

Steve Foster, the mate who came upon Gazza, stated: "He would like to thank everyone for the support he's received so far from so many old friends who wish him well and want to see him back to his best."

Foster, who transported Gascoigne to the hospital, commented: "Paul is in hospital, which is the best possible place for him to be right now."

It is anticipated that he will stay in the hospital for a number of days, reports the Mirror.

Gazza is one of the nation's most cherished sporting figures, having risen to prominence during the '80s and '90s.

Emerging from the youth system at his hometown club Newcastle United, he made his first-team debut in April 1985. He netted 25 goals in 104 appearances for the Magpies before transferring to Spurs.

At Tottenham, he played a pivotal role in their 1991 FA Cup triumph and spent four years with the club before joining Lazio. His career also included stints at Rangers, Middlesbrough, Everton, and Burnley.

However, it was with the England national team that Gazza truly endeared himself to fans across the country. Making his international debut in September 1988 under manager Bobby Robson, he became an integral player for England, notably during their journey to the semi-finals of the 1990 World Cup in Italy.

After receiving a yellow card against West Germany, which would have ruled him out of the final, Gary Lineker signalled to the bench that Gascoigne was becoming emotional in one of football's most iconic moments.

In the end, England were defeated on penalties and didn't reach the final, resulting in Gazza shedding tears on the pitch as he kissed the badge on his shirt and acknowledged the cheers of the travelling fans.

He was also a member of the England team that made it to the semi-finals of Euro 96 on home turf, once again losing to Germany on penalties. His goal against Scotland in the group stage is one of the most memorable in Three Lions history.

However, he was controversially left out of the 1998 World Cup squad for France by Glenn Hoddle, bringing his international career to an end with 10 goals in 57 appearances.

Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn face off against each other at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium live on DAZN tonight

Two legendary boxing names will go glove-to-glove this evening when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn step into the ring at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.

These two need little introduction, with their fathers - Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn - having their own history from their infamous bouts in the 1990s.

Their sons now have picked up their mantels and will face each other tonight, having first been scheduled for fight back in 2022.

That bout was controversially called off after Benn tested positive for a banned substance. He was later cleared after a provisional two-year suspension and this evening sees the long-awaited event take place.

What time does Eubank Jr vs Benn start?

The bout between Eubank Jr and Benn is topping the bill called Fatal Fury, which takes places at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.

It starts at 5pm, with the undercard kicking off around 15 minutes later.

It is always tricky to give exact start times in boxing but Eubank Jr and Benn is pencilled in for a 10pm start - this will be dependent on how long the fights on the undercard go on for.

What channel is it on?

The event will be broadcast live on DAZN PPV. It is priced at £19.95.

Customers will get seven days' worth of free access to the DAZN platform if they choose to sign up for the fight.

Sky Sports Box Office will also be showing the fight.

Full undercard

Tottenham Hotspur are gearing up for their Premier League comeback as they prepare to take on Fulham this Sunday afternoon.

Spurs are entering the match fresh from a 3-1 victory over AZ Alkmaar in the last 16 of the Europe League. The aggregate score of 3-2 saw Tottenham secure their spot in the quarter-final, where they'll be facing Eintracht Frankfurt, reports Football London.

Ange Postecoglou and his team will be aiming to bag three crucial points in their quest to ascend the Premier League standings. Their most recent top-tier match ended in a 2-2 draw against Bournemouth last weekend, with Spurs rallying from a two-goal deficit to salvage a point on home turf.

Here we provide all the necessary TV information for the Premier League showdown between Tottenham Hotspur and Fulham.

When is the Fulham vs Tottenham Hotspur kick-off?

The face-off between Tottenham and Fulham is slated for 1.30pm on Sunday, March 16, at Craven Cottage.

Will Fulham vs Tottenham Hotspur be televised?

Unfortunately, the Fulham vs Tottenham match won't be broadcast live in the UK this weekend. This is due to Sky Sports and TNT Sports not including the fixture in their coverage.

Instead, Sky Sports will be airing the Arsenal vs Chelsea Premier League match at the same time, before shifting their focus to the Carabao Cup final between Liverpool and Newcastle United.

Despite Fulham vs Tottenham not being broadcast on UK television, the match can still be viewed worldwide. American fans, for instance, can tune into NBC Sports and USA Network, stream the game live via fuboTV or the NBC Sports app, and listen to live audio commentary on SiriusXM FC.

Down Under in Australia, the showdown at Craven Cottage is accessible live on Optus Sport. The match can also be watched in Denmark, Finland, Norway, Poland, Sweden, and the Netherlands.

French viewers can catch Fulham vs Tottenham on myCANAL. In Spain, Movistar+ and DAZN Spain hold the broadcasting rights, while Canadian fans can watch the match on fuboTV.

Cardiff City are interested in bringing in Tottenham forward Will Lankshear on loan, WalesOnline understands.

The Bluebirds have enjoyed a positive window to date, signing Yousef Salech on a permanent deal and Sivert Mannsverk on loan from Ajax. They have also made room, too, with Wilfried Kanga, Ryotaro Tsunoda and Tom Davies having left already and Manolis Siopis, Kion Etete, Michael Reindorf and Jamilu Collins all likely to leave before Monday's deadline.

But their work is not yet done. Bluebirds boss Omer Riza said he still wants one or two more in before the window closes, with the club braced for a busy end to the window. Sign up to our daily Cardiff City newsletter here.

Reports emerged on Friday morning that Cardiff were among the clubs keen on the 19-year-old striker and WalesOnline understands those reports are indeed correct, however the Bluebirds are not the only team interested in signing the player.

Our colleagues at Football.London report that fellow Championship sides Burnley, Middlesbrough, West Brom and Luton have all registered interest in the player. However we understand it's more likely a two-horse race, with Cardiff, along with another club, leading the charge for his signature.

The England under-20s striker has 11 appearances for Spurs' first team and shot into the public's wider consciousness earlier this season when he netted against Galatasaray in the Europa League back in November.

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Having come through the youth system at Arsenal, Lankshear signed for Sheffield United in 2021, before moving back down to north London permanently the following year. Ange Postecoglu is keen to get the player out in order for him to get experience under his belt, with this set to be his first loan move.

If Cardiff do win the race for his signature, it will see Riza's striker stable sitting in rude health, with the in-form Callum Robinson and new signing Salech accompanied by the returning and Isaak Davies and potentially Lankshear.

Tottenham Hotspur, currently in a precarious position, are due to play against Leicester City, who are also battling relegation fears, this Sunday afternoon.

The stakes are high for Spurs' manager Ange Postecoglou, especially after a disheartening 3-2 loss to Everton.

Leicester, presently 15th in the Premier League, are a crucial opponent for the north London team at this juncture. A victory would silence any whispers of relegation and bolster the standing of their Australian coach.

Despite Ruud van Nistelrooy's squad not having tasted league success since December, Tottenham have found it challenging when up against such records, reports the Express.

Unfortunately, UK fans won't be able to watch the live action from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on TV due to broadcasting decisions by Sky Sports and TNT Sports.

Will the Tottenham vs Leicester match be televised in the UK?

The game has been rescheduled to a 2pm kick-off on Sunday due to Tottenham's Europa League obligations on Thursday - a situation that also impacts Aston Villa and Manchester United.

Sky Sports has opted to broadcast Brentford's trip to Crystal Palace, scheduled for 2pm on Sunday, over the Spurs game. This will be followed by Aston Villa vs West Ham at 4:30pm.

Meanwhile, TNT Sports has chosen Fulham vs United for a 7pm airing.

However, this set-up, which leaves Tottenham's match off-air, is set to change from next season. Under the Premier League's new TV deal, all games not slated for a 3pm kick-off on Saturday will be broadcast live in the UK.

How can supporters tune into Tottenham vs Leicester?

While UK viewers won't be able to watch the match live, international fans can access the game through their local Premier League TV rights holders.

For example, in the United States, NBCUniversal has the broadcasting rights for all 380 Premier League matches this season, allowing American fans to catch the pivotal clash live.

Wales and Tottenham Hotspur star Brennan Johnson reluctantly celebrated his 92nd-minute winner against Coventry City last night after having to delete his social media owing to the abuse he was receiving.

In the aftermath of Spurs' 1-0 loss against north London rivals Arsenal last weekend, 23-year-old Johnson reportedly de-activated his Instagram account after receiving waves of abuse on the platform.

Spurs bagged a 2-1 victory away from home against Championship outfit Coventry City on Wednesday, thanks to goals from Djed Spence and Wales ace Johnson.

For the Welshman's goal, Rodrigo Bentancur fed a beautiful pass through to Johnson, who finished sumptuously to the goalkeeper's right. Despite being a moment of elation for Johnson and his team, the forward appeared emotionless and just jogged away.

At the end of the match, Johnson was led by Spurs' main man Son Heung-min towards the travelling fans as the pair clapped the support. Johnson appeared reluctant in doing so and had a seemingly dejected expression on his face. One fan on X even said: "I noticed he turned and walked away pretty much as soon as Son stopped ushering towards the fans."

Speaking ahead of the game, Spurs boss Ange Postecoglu condemned abuse aimed at players and backed his Welsh forward to become a success in north London.

"I hate how we’ve just normalised all that stuff,” Postecoglou said. "I've been around long enough and even when I was playing, I copped a fair bit. But it was usually on the terraces and then the game was over and you’d go home.

"You’re talking about a young guy who is probably lacking a bit of confidence at the moment. Things haven’t gone his way. But he comes here every day, he’s working his backside off, he’s asking for feedback, he’s doing everything right, he’s trying so hard to become the player he wants to be. It’s hurting him a lot.

"It’s not like he’s out on the town and he doesn’t care and he rolls up late. So what’s his crime? His crime is he isn’t performing at the level that people expect of him."

Speaking after the match, Johnson was pleased to get his goal. "It was really nice," he said. "It is a great feeling to score, especially so late on. Getting into the next round is really important and penalties are a toss of a coin, so getting my goal was very beneficial."

Johnson also recognised the challenge that Coventry brought to Spurs. "It was really difficult," he explained. "There wasn't one part of us that underestimated Coventry. We have played them a few times and we know they play good football.

"At times, we let them off too easily and gave them too many chances. We were under some real pressure, but we will always keep going."

Tottenham Hotspur are poised to announce the signing of 16-year-old Glentoran striker George Feeney, having outmanoeuvred other Premier League clubs for his signature.

Feeney made history last October when he became the youngest ever goalscorer for the Northern Irish side. At just 15, he scored a remarkable goal in the second half of Glentoran's BetMcLean Cup first-round victory over Dollingstown.

The young talent has been at the centre of an international dispute between the football associations of Northern Ireland and Wales, both keen to include him in their international pathway. He has represented Northern Ireland at youth level, but most recently turned out for Wales U16s, playing seven games and scoring two goals for them, against Japan and Saudi Arabia, between March and May this year.

Despite his tender age, Feeney was a regular feature in Glentoran's first-team squad last season, impressing with numerous goals for the East Belfast club's reserve team throughout the campaign.

Tottenham managed to fend off interest from Brighton, Brentford, West Ham, Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest to secure the teenager's services, reports Football London.

The deal is expected to include add-ons that will benefit Glentoran in the future. Feeney is set to join the north London club next week and will be announced as part of the new intake of academy scholars, typically revealed to the public in early July each year by the club.

The gifted young striker, who celebrated his 16th birthday in January, hails from a family steeped in international football history. He is the son of ex-Bournemouth, Luton, Cardiff, Swansea and Northern Ireland forward Warren Feeney, who was also his manager at Glentoran.

George's birth in Newport has allowed him to represent both Northern Ireland and Wales at U16 level, as well as the former at U17 level. Both nations are eager to secure the speedy, sharpshooting youngster for their teams.

Should Feeney ascend to senior international status, he would be the fourth generation of his family to achieve this feat, following in the footsteps of his father Warren, grandfather Warren Snr, and great-grandfather Jim.

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There appears to be a certain symmetry to the teenager's career trajectory as he is set to join Spurs' successful U18s team, coached by Stuart Lewis, Bradley Allen and Jermain Defoe. Interestingly, Feeney's father Warren played alongside Defoe at Bournemouth in 2001 while on loan from Leeds United.

This was during a season when a young Defoe, himself on loan from West Ham, had already netted in ten consecutive matches, equalling a record. The England international should therefore have plenty of wisdom to share with the younger Feeney as he strives to make his mark on the sport in the coming months and years.

Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy has been told to accept a cut-price offer from Leeds United for Joe Rodon, rather than trying to get more money out of the Whites