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Preview: Tottenham Hotspur vs. West Ham United

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Premier League football returns from the international break with an intriguing London derby on Saturday lunchtime, as Tottenham Hotspur host West Ham United in the lunchtime kickoff.

The Lilywhites suffered a calamitous capitulation in a 3-2 loss to Brighton & Hove Albion before the hiatus, while the Irons restored a sense of pride by thumping Ipswich Town 4-1.

Match preview

Successive win number six was on the cards for Tottenham at the Amex Stadium last weekend, where the red-hot Brennan Johnson and James Maddison propelled the Lilywhites into a two-goal advantage versus Fabian Hurzeler's side, but not even the most pessimistic Spurs supporter could have envisaged the collapse that followed.

Indeed, Yankuba Minteh's response just three minutes into the second half offered Brighton a glimmer of hope, which became more than just a glimmer when Georginio Rutter brought the Seagulls back on level terms, before ex-Arsenal forward Danny Welbeck gave Gooners around the land a good laugh with a heroic winner.

Always one to cut a calm demeanour both before and after matches, Ange Postecoglou did not follow in the footsteps of his predecessor Antonio Conte in his post-game press conference, but it did not take a body language expert to determine that the Australian was apoplectic.

Postecoglou admitted that the South Coast calamity was his worst defeat since becoming manager of Tottenham, who had started to rediscover their golden touch but now reside in an unspectacular ninth place in the Premier League table, already losing three of their seven top-flight matches in 2024-25.

Furthermore, each of Spurs' last seven Premier League home games has seen them win one then lose the next, and with the Lilywhites sinking Brentford 3-1 in their last top-flight match at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, those of a superstitious nature may fear the worst on Saturday.

While Tottenham suffered an embarrassing defeat after a string of successes a fortnight ago, West Ham coincidentally snapped a string of failures with an emphatic thrashing of Ipswich, whose backline was breached by Michail Antonio after just 48 seconds.

The Hammers' earliest Premier League goal on record was cancelled out by Liam Delap just a few moments later, but the Tractor Boys talisman had only triggered a West Ham onslaught, as Mohammed Kudus, Jarrod Bowen and Lucas Paqueta fired the Irons to their first top-flight win since late August.

There should not have been a more relieved man inside the London Stadium than Julen Lopetegui at the final whistle, as his hitherto under-performing side ended a chastening five-game winless run across all tournaments to move up to 12th in the rankings, just two points behind upcoming opponents Tottenham.

As heavily criticised as West Ham have been this season, the Irons head to North London unbeaten in their last three Premier League away matches - winning one and drawing two of them - all of which have come against fellow teams from the capital in Brentford, Fulham and Crystal Palace.

The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium was also the site of a 2-1 come-from-behind victory for West Ham in December 2023, but the last time the Hammers won back-to-back away league games against Spurs, England won the World Cup in between both of their triumphs.

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Tottenham Hotspur form (all competitions):

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Spurs fans are waiting with bated breath to hear whether captain Son Heung-min will shake off a thigh issue in time for the visit of West Ham; the South Korea captain was called up to his country's squad for their World Cup 2026 qualifiers before dropping out.

Son is one of three hopefuls for the London derby alongside Richarlison and Lucas Bergvall, who suffered a minor calf injury on Sweden duty but would not have been expected to start on Saturday either way, but Wilson Odobert (hamstring) remains unavailable.

In spite of their atrocious second half at the Amex two weekends ago, Spurs should field a near-identical starting XI, although Timo Werner will almost certainly make way if Son is given the thumbs-up from the medical team.

West Ham's solitary selection concern also lies in attack, as summer signing Niclas Fullkrug is still nursing an Achilles problem and was unavailable to Germany over the international period, rendering him doubtful for the weekend too.

However, Lopetegui will surely be loath to alter a winning formula, as Antonio endeavours to haunt Tottenham once more; the Jamaica international has scored six times against Spurs, his best record against a single opponent.

Antonio's first-minute strike against Ipswich was assisted by Bowen, who in that game became the first West Ham player to have five shots and create five chances in one Premier League match since Antonio himself in March 2021, against Spurs' North London rivals Arsenal.

Tottenham Hotspur possible starting lineup:

Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie; Kulusevski, Bentancur, Maddison; Johnson, Solanke, Son

West Ham United possible starting lineup:

Areola; Wan-Bissaka, Todibo, Kilman, Emerson; Rodriguez, Soucek; Bowen, Paqueta, Kudus; Antonio

We say: Tottenham Hotspur 3-2 West Ham United

The first Premier League game back after the international break promises entertainment, as both Spurs and West Ham are forces to be reckoned with in the final third while also possessing defensive weaknesses for the other to exploit.

Another 3-2 involving Postecoglou's side is not beyond the realm of possibility, but on this occasion, we expect a refreshed Spurs to come out on the right end of such a scoreline.

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Premier League football returns from the international break with an intriguing London derby on Saturday lunchtime, as Tottenham Hotspur host West Ham United in the lunchtime kickoff.

The Lilywhites suffered a calamitous capitulation in a 3-2 loss to Brighton & Hove Albion before the hiatus, while the Irons restored a sense of pride by thumping Ipswich Town 4-1.

Match preview

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Successive win number six was on the cards for Tottenham at the Amex Stadium last weekend, where the red-hot Brennan Johnson and James Maddison propelled the Lilywhites into a two-goal advantage versus Fabian Hurzeler's side, but not even the most pessimistic Spurs supporter could have envisaged the collapse that followed.

Indeed, Yankuba Minteh's response just three minutes into the second half offered Brighton a glimmer of hope, which became more than just a glimmer when Georginio Rutter brought the Seagulls back on level terms, before ex-Arsenal forward Danny Welbeck gave Gooners around the land a good laugh with a heroic winner.

Always one to cut a calm demeanour both before and after matches, Ange Postecoglou did not follow in the footsteps of his predecessor Antonio Conte in his post-game press conference, but it did not take a body language expert to determine that the Australian was apoplectic.

Postecoglou admitted that the South Coast calamity was his worst defeat since becoming manager of Tottenham, who had started to rediscover their golden touch but now reside in an unspectacular ninth place in the Premier League table, already losing three of their seven top-flight matches in 2024-25.

Furthermore, each of Spurs' last seven Premier League home games has seen them win one then lose the next, and with the Lilywhites sinking Brentford 3-1 in their last top-flight match at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, those of a superstitious nature may fear the worst on Saturday.

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While Tottenham suffered an embarrassing defeat after a string of successes a fortnight ago, West Ham coincidentally snapped a string of failures with an emphatic thrashing of Ipswich, whose backline was breached by Michail Antonio after just 48 seconds.

The Hammers' earliest Premier League goal on record was cancelled out by Liam Delap just a few moments later, but the Tractor Boys talisman had only triggered a West Ham onslaught, as Mohammed Kudus, Jarrod Bowen and Lucas Paqueta fired the Irons to their first top-flight win since late August.

There should not have been a more relieved man inside the London Stadium than Julen Lopetegui at the final whistle, as his hitherto under-performing side ended a chastening five-game winless run across all tournaments to move up to 12th in the rankings, just two points behind upcoming opponents Tottenham.

As heavily criticised as West Ham have been this season, the Irons head to North London unbeaten in their last three Premier League away matches - winning one and drawing two of them - all of which have come against fellow teams from the capital in Brentford, Fulham and Crystal Palace.

The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium was also the site of a 2-1 come-from-behind victory for West Ham in December 2023, but the last time the Hammers won back-to-back away league games against Spurs, England won the World Cup in between both of their triumphs.

Tottenham Hotspur Premier League form:

Tottenham Hotspur form (all competitions):

West Ham United Premier League form:

West Ham United form (all competitions):

Team News

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Spurs fans are waiting with bated breath to hear whether captain Son Heung-min will shake off a thigh issue in time for the visit of West Ham; the South Korea captain was called up to his country's squad for their World Cup 2026 qualifiers before dropping out.

Son is one of three hopefuls for the London derby alongside Richarlison and Lucas Bergvall, who suffered a minor calf injury on Sweden duty but would not have been expected to start on Saturday either way, but Wilson Odobert (hamstring) remains unavailable.

In spite of their atrocious second half at the Amex two weekends ago, Spurs should field a near-identical starting XI, although Timo Werner will almost certainly make way if Son is given the thumbs-up from the medical team.

West Ham's solitary selection concern also lies in attack, as summer signing Niclas Fullkrug is still nursing an Achilles problem and was unavailable to Germany over the international period, rendering him doubtful for the weekend too.

However, Lopetegui will surely be loath to alter a winning formula, as Antonio endeavours to haunt Tottenham once more; the Jamaica international has scored six times against Spurs, his best record against a single opponent.

Antonio's first-minute strike against Ipswich was assisted by Bowen, who in that game became the first West Ham player to have five shots and create five chances in one Premier League match since Antonio himself in March 2021, against Spurs' North London rivals Arsenal.

Tottenham Hotspur possible starting lineup:

Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie; Kulusevski, Bentancur, Maddison; Johnson, Solanke, Son

West Ham United possible starting lineup:

Areola; Wan-Bissaka, Todibo, Kilman, Emerson; Rodriguez, Soucek; Bowen, Paqueta, Kudus; Antonio

We say: Tottenham Hotspur 3-2 West Ham United

The first Premier League game back after the international break promises entertainment, as both Spurs and West Ham are forces to be reckoned with in the final third while also possessing defensive weaknesses for the other to exploit.

Another 3-2 involving Postecoglou's side is not beyond the realm of possibility, but on this occasion, we expect a refreshed Spurs to come out on the right end of such a scoreline.

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Tottenham injury news and return dates for West Ham United: Son Heung

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Tottenham Hotspur are back in action on Saturday afternoon when they play host to West Ham United in the Premier League.

Ange Postecoglou's side suffered a demoralising 3-2 defeat at Brighton & Hove Albion before the international break, letting slip a two-goal half-time advantage to succumb to the Seagulls.

Spurs now find themselves down in ninth position in the Premier League standings ahead of another hectic run of fixtures in three different competitions.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up all of Spurs' latest injury and suspension news ahead of the clash with one of their city rivals at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Son Heung-min

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Status: Major doubt

Type of injury: Thigh

Possible return date: October 19 (vs. West Ham)

Son Heung-min has missed the last three Spurs fixtures in all competitions, as well as South Korea's matches during the international break. However, the club captain suggested over the weekend that he would be returning to training this week, albeit it remaining unclear at what intensity.

Wilson Odobert

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Status: Major doubt

Type of injury: Hamstring

Possible return date: October 19 (vs. West Ham)

During Tottenham's EFL Cup win over Coventry City in September, summer signing Wilson Odobert damaged his hamstring. He has since missed the last five games but, like with Son, he may be in a position to return to training this week.

Richarlison

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Status: Major doubt

Type of injury: Calf

Possible return date: October 19 (vs. West Ham)

Richarlison is also pushing for a return to the squad having made progress in his recovery from a calf injury. The Brazil international has already gone through some work during the international break, the hope being that he can step up that effort ahead of the Hammers game.

Lucas Bergvall

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Status: Major doubt

Type of injury: Unknown

Possible return date: October 19 (vs. West Ham)

Lucas Bergvall has emerged as a doubt courtesy of what has been described as "a minor injury" while on international duty with Sweden.

TOTTENHAM'S SUSPENSION LIST

Spurs have no players who are suspended for this contest.

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Gittens: Liverpool, Chelsea, Tottenham 'learn asking price' of Borussia Dortmund star

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Liverpool are reportedly one of a number of clubs who have discovered the asking price of Borussia Dortmund star Jamie Bynoe-Gittens.

Recent reports have claimed that the Reds, along with Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, are monitoring the 20-year-old's development in Germany.

The winger's minutes were restricted in 2021 and 2022 due to injury, but he played 34 times for Dortmund in all competitions last season, chipping in with two goals and eight assists, and he has since made a bright start to the new campaign.

Indeed, Bynoe-Gittens has contributed with four goals and two assists in nine matches so far this term, including a brace netting during a 22-minute substitute appearance in a 3-0 Champion League win over Club Brugge last month.

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According to Football Insider, Dortmund are unlikely to sanction the sale of in-demand Bynoe-Gittens during the January transfer window.

However, the report adds that BVB would be open to cashing in on the winger next summer if they receive an offer between £40m and £50m.

It is understood that Liverpool hold an interest in Bynoe-Gittens despite completing the £12m signing of Italy international Federico Chiesa in the summer.

Arne Slot's side are said to have identified Bynoe-Gittens as a potential long-term successor to club legend Mohamed Salah, who is facing an uncertain future at Anfield.

At the age of 32, Salah has entered the final year of his contract at Liverpool and has regularly been linked with a big-money move to Saudi Arabia.

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Tottenham dealt Lucas Bergvall injury blow as midfielder returns early from international duty

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Tottenham Hotspur youngster Lucas Bergvall has returned early from international duty due to an injury issue.

Spurs currently have three main injury concerns, including captain Son Heung-min, who withdrew from the South Korea squad due to an injury issue.

Wilson is also on the sidelines with a hamstring injury, while Richarlison is still working his way back to fitness.

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou has now been handed another injury worry ahead of the Premier League's return this weekend.

Spurs will have to assess Bergvall's fitness after the attacker was forced to return early from his international commitments with Sweden.

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Bergvall suffers "minor injury" with Sweden

The 18-year-old was one of two Tottenham players called up to John Dahl Tomasson's squad along with attacker Dejan Kulusevski.

Bergvall was an unused substitute for Friday's 2-2 draw against Slovakia in the UEFA Nations League, before it was confirmed he would miss Monday's clash with Estonia due to injury.

In a statement released on Monday, the Swedish national team said: "Lucas Bergvall has suffered a minor injury and will not be available for tonight's game against Estonia in the Nations League.

The statement went on to add: "Ahead of the match, it is clear that Tottenham's midfielder Lucas Bergvall will not be available for the game. He has left the collection to manage his rehabilitation in a club environment."

In Bergvall's absence, Sweden recorded a 3-0 victory thanks to Sebastian Nanasi's brace and Viktor Gyokeres' 66th-minute effort.

Incidentally, Kulusevski played the full duration of the contest in Tallinn and provided an assist for Gyokeres to round off the dominant win.

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Bergvall in race to prove fitness for Premier League return

Disappointingly for Bergvall, he has returned to England without adding to the three international appearances he has made this year.

Tottenham will now have to assess the extent of the midfielder's injury ahead of Saturday's clash against fellow London side West Ham United.

Bergvall is still waiting to make his first Premier League start, but he has come off the bench in four of Tottenham's six top-flight fixtures.

While he may not be a regular starter, Postecoglou will still be keen to have Bergvall available for selection, especially as he looks to manage a busy schedule of Premier League, Europa League and EFL Cup action.

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Arsenal transfer news: Gunners, Tottenham Hotspur to bid for Ukraine star?

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Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur may reportedly go head to head for a star player from Ukraine during the January transfer window.

The two North London sides have endured contrasting fortunes at the start of the new campaign, Arsenal already seven points above their rivals in the Premier League standings.

However, there is ambition at both clubs to make a sustained challenge for the top-flight title, Spurs behind the Gunners in terms of their development.

Money has been invested by Mikel Arteta and Ange Postecoglou, the former signing more world-class talent that the latter who has recently focused on more players with potential.

Nevertheless, there are players who may become available at the turn of the year that fit both criteria.

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According to Football Insider, Arsenal and Spurs are bidding to sign a player who has been dubbed 'the next Mykhaylo Mudryk'.

Speaking on the outlet's 'Inside Track Podcast', Pete O'Rourke says that both clubs have already begun to assess the capabilities of Georgiy Sudakov.

Shakhtar Donetsk allegedly have little interest in cashing in on the 22-year-old in January, a sale deemed to be far more likely in the summer.

That said, it appears that the Ukraine international has been identified as a potential addition by the aforementioned managers.

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How has Sudakov fared in his career so far?

Sudakov may only have three goals from his 23 appearances for his country, but he has been outstanding since breaking into the Shakhtar senior ranks.

The versatile playmaker has contributed 27 goals and 20 assists from his 111 outings in all competitions, many of those coming in the Ukrainian top flight.

Seven goals and two assists have already been recorded in just 706 minutes of league action this season, highlighting why club officials opted to hand him a contract until 2028.

Despite his excellent return on the domestic front, Sudakov has just two goals and three assists from his 25 games in the Champions League and Europa League.

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Liverpool to battle Spurs, Chelsea for English star in case of Salah departure?

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Borussia Dortmund's Jamie Bynoe-Gittens is reportedly of interest to Liverpool and a number of Premier League rivals such as Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, with the clubs keeping an eye on the Englishman's development.

The 20-year-old followed in the footsteps of English talents Jude Bellingham and Jadon Sancho when he moved to Dortmund in 2020, and though he suffered a torn ligament injury in July 2021 and a serious shoulder injury in September 2022, the youngster appears to have bounced back stronger.

The attacker's gametime is still being carefully managed by his club given he has only completed 90 minutes once in 2024-25, against Celtic in the Champions League on October 1.

However, The Mirror claim that Arne Slot's Liverpool are monitoring Bynoe-Gittens with an eye on the contract situation of star Mohamed Salah, who has less than 12 months left on his current deal.

The Englishman has already had a significant positive impact on Dortmund's season considering he scored both of BVB's goals against Eintracht Frankfurt in his side's opening game of the league season.

However, while Liverpool are reportedly interested in seeing how the forward develops in light of the fact Mohamed Salah could leave for free at the end of the season, asking him to replicate Salah's output and influence at such an early stage of his career would be a big ask.

The Egyptian is averaging 1.19 goals and assists per 90 in the Premier League this term, a figure he has only bettered in the 2017-18 campaign when he broke the record for most goals scored in a 38-game season.

Federico Chiesa could potentially share minutes with Bynoe-Gittens were he to sign for the Reds, with the Italian forward having joined the club in the summer for a bargain fee of around £10m.

Liverpool's competition

The Reds could look to move on the likes of Diaz, who has frequently been linked with a switch to Barcelona, but Liverpool are unlikely to want to lose any of their forwards should Salah leave the club for free.

Chelsea also have numerous forward options, including former Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho, who appears to have cemented a starting spot on the left of attack.

Meanwhile, Spurs could be an attractive option given the age of star Son Heung-min and the inconsistencies of Timo Werner.

Regardless, Borussia Dortmund have a strong track record of developing young talent, and perhaps the Englishman is already in the best possible environment to continue his upward trajectory.

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Real Madrid transfer news: Could Los Blancos sign Tottenham's Cristian Romero next summer?

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Tottenham Hotspur reportedly deem Cristian Romero to be 'untouchable', with the North London club not interested in entering into negotiations over a possible sale.

Romero's future has recently been the subject of speculation, with Real Madrid believed to be huge admirers of the Argentina international, and there had been suggestions of a potential release clause in his contract.

Reports from Argentina had claimed that there was a €65m (£54.4m) buy-out clause in his deal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

However, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, that is not the case, and Ange Postecoglou's side have signalled that the centre-back is not for sale under any circumstances.

Romano claims that there was interest from 'top clubs' over the summer, but he was deemed to be 'untouchable' by Tottenham and that remains the case heading towards the end of 2024.

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Tottenham 'not interested' in Romero sale

The defender made the move to Tottenham from Atalanta BC in 2021, initially arriving on loan, before completing a permanent switch to the North London club in 2022.

Romero has featured on 106 occasions for Spurs in all competitions, scoring seven goals and registering one assist in the process.

The World Cup winner has again been a vital player for Tottenham this term, meanwhile, making eight appearances in all competitions, including seven outings in the Premier League.

Romero has another three years left to run on his contract at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and with suggestions of a release clause said to be wide of the mark, Spurs are in a strong position.

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Real Madrid are set to sign a new centre-back in 2025

Real Madrid are difficult club to turn down, though, and it would be interesting to see what happens if Los Blancos actively pursue Romero next year.

The Spanish and European champions decided against signing a replacement for Nacho over the summer, but they are short in the middle of the defence, especially with David Alaba remaining on the sidelines due to a serious knee injury.

Alaba faces a battle to be back before the end of the year, and Real Madrid desperately need another body in the middle of their defence, especially as Jesus Vallejo is surplus to requirements.

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Manchester United Women will attempt to record a fourth consecutive victory in all competitions when they play host to Tottenham Hotspur Women on Sunday.

The visitors are looking for a positive response after falling to a narrow defeat in their most recent Women's Super League outing against Liverpool.

Match preview

Man United have experienced a positive start to the 2024-25 season, having recorded three consecutive victories without conceding.

The Red Devils thrashed West Ham United 3-0 in their WSL opener at Old Trafford, before they edged out Everton by a narrow 1-0 scoreline.

They went on to kick off their Women's League Cup campaign with a win against rivals Liverpool, with Melvine Malard and Rachel Williams getting on the scoresheet in a 2-0 victory.

Marc Skinner's side have had plenty of time to reflect upon those three victories after last Sunday's meeting with Chelsea was postponed due to a conflict with the Blues' Women's Champions League schedule.

As a result, Man United will be well-rested for their first competitive meeting with Spurs since claiming a commanding 4-0 win in May's Women's FA Cup final.

The Red Devils have fared well in top-flight games against Spurs, having won eight and drawn two of their 10 WSL encounters.

Tottenham have experienced a mixed start to the season, with their four competitive matches producing two wins, one draw and one defeat.

Spurs kicked off the campaign with a dominant 4-0 win over newly-promoted Crystal Palace, before they salvaged a 2-2 draw in their away meeting with Aston Villa.

Robert Vilahamn's side then warmed up for a WSL game against Liverpool with a 2-1 win over Charlton Athletic in the Women's League Cup.

Tottenham looked set to take a point off Liverpool after they showed great character to come from behind on two occasions, however, a controversial stoppage-time penalty condemned them to a 3-2 defeat at Brisbane Road.

As a result, Spurs are currently in seventh position with points from three matches, leaving them two points adrift of their fourth-placed opponents.

Tottenham will take a four-game unbeaten away league run into Sunday's fixture, but they have had to settle for 2-2 draws in each of their previous three WSL away matches, including their last trip to Leigh Sports Village in April.

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Man United remain without the services of Evie Rabjohn, who is continuing to work on her rehabilitation from an anterior cruciate ligament injury.

Anna Sandberg and Emma Watson are both doubts while Malard will have to be assessed after being forced off in the League Cup clash with Liverpool.

After rotating his side against Liverpool, Skinner could revert back to the side that started the league win over Everton.

Celine Bizet could have a role to play off the bench against her former club after leaving Tottenham for Man United in the summer.

Meanwhile, Tottenham midfielder Kit Graham is a long-term absentee after sustaining an anterior cruciate ligament injury in pre-season.

Shuang Wang and Amy James-Turner are expected to miss out, while Ella Morris will have to be assessed after being absent from the last three matchday squads.

Despite conceding three goals against Liverpool, Vilahamn is set to keep faith in the back four of Ash Neville, Molly Bartrip, Clare Hunt and Amanda Nilden.

At the opposite end of the pitch, Bethany England may be considered for a starting spot after featuring as a substitute in the opening three league games.

Manchester United Women possible starting lineup:

Tullis-Joyce; Riviere, Le Tissier, Turner, Galton; Clinton, Janssen, Naalsund; Geyse, Toone, Terland

Tottenham Hotspur Women possible starting lineup:

Spencer; Neville, Bartrip, Hunt, Nilden; Oroz, Summanen; Raso, Thomas, Naz; England

We say: Manchester United Women 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur Women

Having won three consecutive games without conceding, Man United will be in a confident mood ahead of Sunday's tricky WSL meeting with Tottenham.

While we think the Red Devils might concede, we do believe they will have the extra quality required to clinch a narrow victory.

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