Predicted Tottenham XI to face Chelsea in the Premier League – Wilson Odobert starts
Spurs are set to visit Stamford Bridge for a Premier League London derby on Thursday. Let’s take a look at our predicted Tottenham XI to face Chelsea.
Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham Hotspur return to Premier League action this week with a massive London derby against Chelsea.
Spurs haven’t won at Stamford Bridge since 2018, and given their inconsistent form this season, the Blues will fancy their chances once again.
Tottenham have already fallen to Chelsea once this campaign, a chaotic 4-3 loss in the reverse fixture. With pressure mounting on Postecoglou, securing a win here is crucial.
Let’s take a look at our predicted Tottenham XI to take on the Blues.
Predicted Tottenham XI to face Chelsea in the Premier League
Goalkeeper – Guglielmo Vicario: Since returning from injury in February, Vicario has been ever-present between the sticks. No reason for that to change now. The Italian keeps his spot in goal for our predicted Tottenham XI.
Right-back – Pedro Porro: Porro barely featured for Spain during the international break, meaning he comes into this game fresh. He should slot straight in at right-back.
Centre-back – Cristian Romero: Romero has been making headlines this week amid reports linking Romero to Atletico Madrid. Despite that, he played 180 minutes in Argentina’s World Cup qualifiers and returned unscathed. He should be handed a start once more this Thursday.
Centre-back – Micky van de Ven: No international duty for Van de Ven this time, which means extra time with Spurs’ medical staff. The Dutchman should be fully fit and ready to feature at Stamford Bridge.
Left-back – Djed Spence: Spence has spoken openly about Tottenham’s need to win a trophy. While the Europa League remains a possibility, Spurs need a result here first. We expect him to take up the left-back role.
Pivot midfielder – Lucas Bergvall – With Yves Bissouma and Rodrigo Bentancur struggling for form, Bergvall deserves a starting spot. This is the kind of game where his energy and technical ability could be key in midfield. He returns from illness just in time to make the predicted Tottenham XI.
Central midfielder – Pape Matar Sarr – Chelsea’s midfield, with Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez, will bring plenty of intensity. Spurs need a runner in there, and Sarr fits the bill perfectly. Expect him to start.
Central midfielder – James Maddison – No England call-up for Maddison this time around, and that will have stung. But if there’s one thing we know about him, it’s that he thrives on proving a point. A big performance against Chelsea would be the perfect response.
Left midfielder – Heung-min Son: Some Spurs fans have debated whether Son should start out wide or be rested ahead of Frankfurt, but we think he plays here. With 11 goals and 11 assists this season, Postecoglou will be counting on his captain’s contributions.
Striker – Dominic Solanke – Solanke is still searching for his first goal since returning from injury, but his all-round game brings plenty to the table. He should lead the line against Chelsea.
Right midfielder – Wilson Odobert – Odobert has been in fine form, delivering a brace against AZ Alkmaar and two assists for France U21s against England. That kind of momentum is hard to ignore—he keeps his place on the left wing.
Who would make your predicted Tottenham XI?
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