This afternoon’s Premier League clash between Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur brings the latest updates on team news and confirmed lineups. After suffering a 4-1 loss in the North London Derby, interim head coach Igor Tudor aims to regain momentum and start reversing Spurs’ underwhelming season.
In the meantime, Fulham is pursuing a spot in European competition and approaches this match after securing a 3-1 win against Sunderland. The stakes are high at Craven Cottage, and it is evident that both teams are in need of a favorable outcome.
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Confirmed lineups and team updates for Fulham vs Tottenham
Updates on Tottenham’s squad
Cristian Romero is still under suspension due to his red card received during the 2-0 loss against Manchester United.
No new injury issues have arisen.
Pedro Porro and Kevin Danso are expected to make their comeback. When questioned during his press conference about their return, Tudor responded: “Indeed, that’s correct.”
Although there is a minor concern, Micky van de Ven is anticipated to play. Tudor stated that there is a “slight issue with Micky, but he will be available.”
Dejan Kulusevski and Destiny Udogie are in the process of recovery but are not expected to be fit for the match against Fulham. Tudor mentioned: “I’m aware of the timeline, but I can’t specify it right now.”
Unavailable players: Destiny Udogie, Dejan Kulusevski, Wilson Odobert, Ben Davies, Rodrigo Bentancur, Lucas Bergvall, James Maddison, Mohamed Kudus.
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Updates on Fulham’s Squad
There are no suspensions for the Fulham vs Tottenham match.
The Brazilian winger Kevin was substituted at the Stadium of Light due to a fifth metatarsal injury. Marco Silva stated: “Kevin is the sole player who will not be available for the match.”
Nonetheless, Fulham might see the return of a key trio. Silva mentioned: “Saša Lukić and Samuel Chukwueze have had a productive week.”
He mentioned: “Antonee Robinson has returned to training with the squad.”
The trio must undergo evaluation prior to any assurance of their return. Silva stated: “We have one more session, and we will decide after that.”
Kinsky, Austin, Danso, Richarlison, Tel, Sarr, Souza, Olusesi, Rowswell
Fulham’s Starting XI and Bench Players
Leno; Tete, Diop, Bassey, Sessegnon, Berge, Iwobi, Wilson, Smith Rowe, Bobb, Jimenez
Alternatives
Lecomte, Cuenca, Castagne, Robinson, Reed, Cairney, King, Chukwueze, Muniz
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