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Tottenham Hotspur vs. Crystal Palace
Although matchday 19 of the Premier League is already upon us next weekend, Tottenham Hotspur will be playing only their 16th game of the current campaign. Only Burnley FC has had to deal with as many match cancellations so far. Spurs’ next opponent is Crystal Palace on Sunday afternoon at 16:00.
For Spurs, the duel with Crystal Palace should be something like a reunion with their favourite opponent of the last few years. Of the past twelve home games against Palace, Tottenham have lost only one and the last three have all been won with a goal difference of 13-1. Whether we expect another clear-cut affair on Sunday and what else we think about this game is now revealed in our Tottenham vs Crystal Palace tip.
Tottenham -Crystal Palace Info
– Date & Time: 26/12/2021, at 16:00.
– Venue: London, Tottenham Stadium (up to 62,000 spectators).
– Competition: Premier League, Matchday 19
– TV coverage: Sky Sport
Tottenham -Crystal Palace Tip
Tottenham Hotspur are finally back. Since Antonio Conte took over as coach at the capital club, things have only gone in one direction – steeply uphill. Spurs are now unbeaten in five Premier League games and it doesn’t look as if another slump will follow any time soon. The visitors have also recovered after three defeats in a row and could remain unbeaten at the Tottenham Stadium for the third time in a row. We can be curious to see who can win the duel of the two up-and-coming teams in the end.
Tottenham Form & Balance Check
Who would have thought things would turn around so quickly for Tottenham Hotspur under Antonio Conte? After the 3-0 defeat against Manchester United, which at the time was the fifth defeat in the last seven matches, those responsible pulled the ripcord and sent coach Nuno out the door. His successor Antonio Conte voiced harsh criticism of the team immediately after his arrival. “I am happy to be here, but at the same time I have to be honest and say that we have to work a lot to improve the quality of the squad. “
Conte stabilises Spurs
Despite his less than positive view of the team, he has managed to go through his first five Premier League games as Tottenham coach without defeat. The 0-0 draw with Everton was first followed by a 2-1 win over Leeds United, before Spurs also beat Brentford FC (2-0) and Norwich City (3-0) at home. These were not exactly the strongest opponents, but at the latest after the 2-2 draw against Liverpool FC, it should be clear to everyone that the team has made a big leap forward under the Italian coach. Last Wednesday, his team even beat top team West Ham United 2-1 in the quarter-finals of the League Cup. Now the fifth home game in a row is coming up on Sunday.
Tottenham Facts & Analysis
– 26 points from 15 games
– Last played 2-2 against Liverpool in the league
– Picked up 11 points from 15 under Conte
– Picked up 19 points from 27 at home
Crystal Palace form & balance check
The visitors have been an extremely difficult team to play against this season. Within the first twelve matchdays, Crystal Palace only suffered defeats at top teams Chelsea (3-0) and Liverpool (3-0). However, only three matches were won during this period. A proud seven games initially failed to find a winner. This was followed by the weak phase between matchday 13 and 15, in which Palace lost three games in a row. First a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa, then 1-0 losses each at Leeds United and Manchester United.
Eagles go winless again on Boxing Day?
Since then, however, the Eagles have bounced back and not lost two home games in a row. A 3-1 home win over Everton FC was followed by a 2-2 draw with Southampton FC on 15 December. Now the upward trend is to be continued at Spurs, which, however, is not very likely after a look at the last Boxing Days of the two teams. While Tottenham are unbeaten for a proud 14 Boxing Day games (the longest streak ever in English professional football), Crystal Palace have won just one of their last six duels on the day (2-1 vs West Ham in 19/20), alongside three draws and two defeats.
Crystal Palace facts & analysis
– 20 points from 17 games
– Last played 2:2 against Southampton
– Won 3-0 in first leg
– Already drawn 8 times
Predicted line-up – last update on 23 December 2021
At Spurs we expect almost the same eleven that was on the pitch against Liverpool FC. Ryan Sessegnon, however, will not be available due to muscular problems. Sergio Reguilon should play in his place. The only other players missing are Bryan Gil and Christian Romero.
The visitors can draw from the full squad and will probably field the same team as in the 2-2 draw against Southampton FC.
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– Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) December 23, 2021
Tottenham -Crystal Palace Direct comparison & Statistics
The direct comparison clearly goes to Spurs with 25 wins to nine and twelve draws. In recent years, however, the record is pretty even. Two of the last five duels ended 1-1, with Palace winning the most recent encounter 3-0, while Tottenham have won the remaining two meetings.
– Crystal Palace have failed to score in 4 of their 8 away games in the Premier League this season.
– The comparisons between the two clubs last season: 4-1 (home to Tottenham Hotspur) and 1-1 (home to Crystal Palace).
– Will the series continue? Tottenham Hotspur have always scored in their last 5 matches.
– The most common result between Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace is 1-0 when Tottenham Hotspur had home right. 3 matches ended like this.
