Predicted Tottenham XI vs Crystal Palace as Ange Postecoglou makes 7 changes
With a place in the Europa League final booked, Ange Postecoglou still has tricky calls to make as he balances rotation with momentum for Sunday’s derby clash against Crystal Palace. Let’s take a look at our predicted Tottenham XI to face Crystal Palace on Sunday.
The Premier League season is coming to an end, and for Tottenham Hotspur, all eyes are firmly set on the Europa League, where a final looms in less than two weeks.
In domestic competition, however, another capital showdown beckons, as Tottenham prepare to host Crystal Palace on Sunday afternoon at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Crystal Palace got the better of Spurs in the reverse fixture earlier this season, and a repeat result this weekend would see them complete a league double over their London rivals.
With the European final fast approaching, Ange Postecoglou has confirmed that several changes will be made to his starting eleven, with a full rotation of his backline expected.
Let’s take a look at our predicted Tottenham XI to take on Crystal Palace this weekend.
Tottenham predicted lineup vs Crystal Palace as Ange Postecoglou confirms rotation
Goalkeeper – Guglielmo Vicario: Vicario has been struggling for form in recent Premier League outings, and Postecoglou will be hoping that consistent gametime can help the goalkeeper rediscover some rhythm.
Right-back – Archie Gray: With the manager making clear that the entire backline will be rotated, Gray is expected to step in for Pedro Porro.
Centre-back – Ben Davies: Following Cristian Romero’s strong performance against Glimt, it is likely the Argentine will be protected this weekend, paving the way for Davies to come into the side.
Centre-back – Kevin Danso: Danso needs continued minutes in the lead-up to the final, especially if Tottenham switch to a back five to protect a lead. He is expected to replace Micky van de Ven.
Left-back – Djed Spence: The final change in the back four sees Djed Spence come in for Destiny Udogie. The full-back must improve on his last outing, having struggled against West Ham United.
Pivot midfielder – Yves Bissouma: With Lucas Bergvall ruled out for the remainder of the campaign, Bissouma remains the natural replacement in the pivot role and is expected to retain his spot on Sunday.
Central midfielder – Pape Matar Sarr: Given the injury concerns in midfield, Postecoglou is unlikely to risk Rodrigo Bentancur, who is only just returning to his best. Sarr is expected to come in for the Uruguayan.
Central midfielder – Dejan Kulusevski: With both Lucas Bergvall and James Maddison ruled out for the rest of the season, Tottenham are short of options in the creative midfield role. Kulusevski will need to step up in Maddison’s absence, with the Swede’s form critical heading into the final.
Left midfielder – Mathys Tel: With Heung-min Son’s fitness still in question, Tel is likely to continue on the left flank in the Premier League, with Son expected to come off the bench later in the game.
Striker – Richarlison: The Brazilian has featured off the left in recent games following his return from injury, but is expected to lead the line ahead of Dominic Solanke this weekend.
Right midfielder – Wilson Odobert: The young Frenchman scored his first league goal against West Ham United and is in line to replace Brennan Johnson, who featured for 68 minutes against Glimt on Thursday.
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