Ange Postecoglou could do what no other Tottenham boss has ever done in Ipswich game amid latest injury blow
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Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou could become the first-ever Premier League manager to lead his team to four consecutive home wins after going behind in each of them. Their upcoming opponents, Ipswich, have a recent history of struggling to hold on to slender leads in the top flight.
Spurs also have the added advantage of knowing that either Chelsea or Arsenal will drop points (or both) as they play each other later in the day. While Tottenham are not yet where they want to be, things are looking up for Postecoglou, who showed incredible tactical awareness in leading his team to a 4-1 win over rivals Aston Villa recently.
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Hide AdHowever, there are injury concerns. Defender Micky van de Ven is likely to miss this game after being sidelined for the last two matches due to an injury sustained against AZ Alkmaar. On a positive note, deputy captain Cristian Romero could return to pair with Radu Drăgușin in central defence.
The usual full-backs will take their positions, with Destiny Udogie at left-back and the dynamic Pedro Porro at right-back. The midfield is where it gets trickier, with Dejan Kulusevski almost untouchable. This leaves two spots for three players, and Postecoglou is likely to choose Rodrigo Bentancur and Pape Sarr, leaving out the more creative James Maddison.
Captain Son Heung-min and Brennan Johnson will occupy the wings, with Dominic Solanke starting up top as Spurs go in search of the points to move higher up the table.
Ipswich are still looking for their first league win of the season, and although they've shown they can compete, Spurs are massive favourites for this match, especially playing at home.
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