Spurs were on a promising run of form until a second-half collapse at Brighton before the international break
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Tottenham and West Ham kick off the Premier League’s return in a London derby.
Spurs were enjoying a fine run under Ange Postcoglou until they were stunned by Brighton before the international break, with Tottenham throwing away a two-goal lead at half time.
While it brought Tottenham’s five-game winning run to an end, West Ham snapped their five-game winless streak with a 4-1 victory over Ipswich, which relieved some pressure on Julen Lopetegui.
West Ham beat Spurs away from home last season and a repeat would see the Hammers leapfrog their London rivals, who will be looking to close the gap on the top four with three points.
Follow live updates from Tottenham vs West Ham in the Premier League in today’s live blog
FPL tips: Is it time to use your wildcard chip for Gameweek 8?
The international break poses a significant dilemma for Fantasy Premier League managers: should you use your wildcard or not?
It’s a difficult question, as activating arguably the game’s most powerful chip can backfire spectacularly, as many who triggered it in Gameweek 6 will know.
If you got rid of Cole Palmer before his four-goal haul, or finally brought in Erling Haaland just as he decided to blank for two games, the wildcard will have acted as a special reminder that the FPL gods can - and will - punish without discrimination.
As ever, the correct answer is largely based on luck and hindsight. But there are a number of reasons that should back up your thinking either way.
FPL tips: Is it time to use your wildcard chip for Gameweek 8?
The pros and cons of using your wildcard during the international break
Mike Jones19 October 2024 10:25
Predicted line-ups
Tottenham XI: Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie; Bissouma, Bentancur; Johnson, Maddison, Son; Solanke.
West Ham XI: Areola; Wan-Bissaka, Kilman, Todibo, Emerson; Rodriguez; Bowen, Soucek, Paqueta, Kudus; Antonio.
Mike Jones19 October 2024 10:20
Tottenham vs West Ham early team news
Ange Postecoglou is hopeful that Heung-min Son and Richarlison will be available to return to the Tottenham squad after injury lay-offs. Lucas Bergvall suffered a “slight niggle” while away with Sweden but Postecoglou suggested the young midfielder could feature. Wilson Odobert remains absent though is moving closer to fitness.
Niclas Fullkrug has missed West Ham’s last five games in all competitions and will again miss out. Julen Lopetegui could stick with a similar side to that which beat Ipswich 4-1, though cautioned ahead of the match that some of his squad had been late back from the international break.
Mike Jones19 October 2024 10:15
Tottenham vs West Ham latest odds
Spurs are the odds-on favourites to win this match with a draw more likely than a West Ham win according to the bookmakers.
That’s even with the knowledge that the Hammers defeated Spurs at this ground last season. We’ll have to see how the match plays out.
Tottenham win 1/2
Draw 4/1
West Ham win 5/1
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Mike Jones19 October 2024 10:09
How can I watch it?
Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on TNT Sports 1, with coverage on the channel from 11am. Subscribers can stream the action on discovery+.
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Mike Jones19 October 2024 10:06
When is Tottenham vs West Ham?
Tottenham vs West Ham is due to kick off at 12.30pm BST on Saturday 19 October at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Mike Jones19 October 2024 10:03
Tottenham vs West Ham
The Premier League returns after the international break with a London derby as Tottenham host West Ham.
For Ange Postecoglou’s side, this is a chance to atone for what the Spurs manager described as the “worst” defeat of his tenure as a two-goal lead was thrown away at Brighton.
The hosts could be boosted by the return of captain Heung-min Son from injury for this fixture against a West Ham side beginning to show a bit of form.
After a difficult start to life under Julen Lopetegui, a much-needed win was secured in style against Ipswich in their last outing.
Mike Jones19 October 2024 10:00
Good morning!
Welcome to The Independent’s coverage of today’s Premier League action. Saturday’s early kick off sees Tottenham host West Ham in a London derby that promises to be exciting and intense.
The Hammers defeated Spurs in their own back yard last season and come into the match with some new found confidence following a 4-1 victory over Ipswich Town.
Tottenham meanwhile suffered a disastrous 3-2 defeat to Brighton in their last match before the international break, squandering a two-goal advantage in the second half as the Seagulls emerged triumphant.
That sets the stage for today’s encounter and the question of who will come out on top.
We’ll have all the team news, line-ups and latest updates throughout the afternoon so stick with us as we build up to kick off at 12.30pm.
Mike Jones19 October 2024 08:34