Tottenham Hotspur’s preseason tour continues in South Korea, and now things take a step up: Spurs take on German giants Bayern Munich for the first of two friendlies before the commencement of the 24/25 season.
These fixtures were apparently agreed as part of the Harry Kane transfer, and it’ll be an excellent yardstick for Spurs’ progress. Up to this point, they have been playing teams that are below Premier League standard; with the obvious caveat that Vissel Kobe and the K-League All Stars are in the middle of their season, so were carrying a level of fitness and match readiness that challenged Tottenham.
It’s another quick turnaround, meaning there could be rotation once more with some new faces involved: specifically, Destiny Udogie will potentially make his return from the quadricep injury that ruled him out of the latter part of last season. Unlike the large travelling squad Ange Postecoglou has to select from, however, Bayern Munich are struggling somewhat for senior players. The likes of Harry Kane, Leroy Sane, and new signing Hiroki Ito are all injured and some of their international representatives are only just now reporting back from their breaks.
It’ll still be a fascinating match-up, one I’m looking forward to.
COYS!
Lineups
How to Watch
Bayern Munich vs. Tottenham Hotspur (friendly)
Seoul World Cup Stadium, Seoul, South Korea
Saturday, August 3, 2024
Time: 7:00 a.m. ET, 12:00 p.m. UK
TV: Not televised in USA or UK. Check international listings at livesoccertv.com
Streaming: Paramount+, SPURSPLAY
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