Tottenham - Match Preview

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It will be one of the finest ways to kick off the footballing weekend, when Chelsea travel to White Hart Lane in a London Derby that, in recent years, has been extremely entertaining, so why not add a few a few more emotions in these sports betting sites. Moreover, it will be the reunion of two managers who were part of the coaching staff that helped the club rule England. José Mourinho will take on a man who was once part of his coaching staff but now is a brilliant manager in his own right-André Villas-Boas. It will be the reunion of two of the Sir Bobby Robson’s pupils. The infamous English legend’s pupils are now famous themselves, both of the Portugese began their careers at Porto and both guided Porto to European success and as a result both of them went to Chelsea. This is where the story changes: Villas Boas was sacked after 40 games at the Bridge (some argue he should have others argue he shouldn’t have) but Mourinho was also sacked but the key differences are that Mourinho was sacked after winning every trophy England could offer him, but then he returned as the “Happy One” and as us Chelsea fans call him “One of us”. The two of different ideologies but Villas-Boas is regarded as the next Mourinho in terms of the success he could achieve. Is this game “the next Mourinho” vs Mourinho?

Both sides are looking for a chance to beat a major rival at the beginning of the season. Both sides have made some major signings in the transfer window (particularly in the attacking midfield department). Both sides have a point to prove. Spurs have to prove that they truly are stronger without Gareth Bale who flew off to Madrid (and Villas Boas would love revenge). Mourinho has to prove that this Chelsea side is one that is capable of winning the title. So much pressure. So much quality. So much history between these teams. All in one London rivalry that will kick off this Saturday 12:45 UK time at the White Hart Lane. It’s set up for a thriller. Video makers around the world are poised, making montages to illustrate what this game could be like. Now I have to complete the formalities.

Expected Lineups

Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Cech; Ivanovic, Luiz, Terry, Cole; Ramires/Lampard, Mikel; Schurrle, Oscar, Hazard; Eto’o

Tottenham (4-2-3-1): Lloris; Walker, Dawson, Vrtongen, Naughton; Paulinho, Dembele/Sandro; Townsend/Lamella, Eriksen, Chadli/ Siguardsson; Soldado;

Last meeting

A dramatic late Sigurdsson goal and a wonderful Adebayor long ranger helped the Spurs hold Chelsea to a 2-2 draw at the Bridge. The last meeting at the White Hart Lane was a 4-2 win for the Blues in an exciting, open game. Juan Mata was incredible in an amazing performance as he scored a brace and assisted former Chelsea man Daniel Sturridge.

Team News

Chelsea will be missing Van Ginkel who will be out for the rest season and Kalas who has still not recovered from his broken foot. Ramires is in the squad as Jose confirmed in the PC, but he is still a doubt with a hip injury.

On the other hand, Spurs will be missing Lennon and Capoue while Kabou and Rose are expected to be back for this match.

Stats and Facts

Chelsea are unbeaten vs Tottenham in the last 7 matches, winning 3 of them. Chelsea have very much had the upper hand during the Premier League Era with 23 wins to Tottenham's 3 with the remaining 15 matches drawn.

Andre Villas Boas has gone into the match saying that after Chelsea he learnt how to handle top stars.

Spurs have scored 5 conceded 1 and Chelsea have scored 6 and conceded 2. Gylfi Siguardsson scored 2 and Oscar has scored 2, both of them are their club’s top scorers.

The last three competitive meetings between Tottenham and Chelsea have produced a total of 16 goals in total.

Spurs have fashioned more goal attempts from open play (60) than any other team this season but have scored only three of them.

No team in Europe’s top five leagues has conceded fewer goals than Spurs this season (1).

Five of Tottenham’s last six Barclays Premier League games have ended 1-0 (W4 L1).

Tottenham have conceded more Barclays Premier League home goals to Chelsea (38) than any other team.

Chelsea have not failed to score in three successive Premier League away games since April 2002.

Betting

Skybet has the odds for this match as: Tottenham 8/5 Draw 9/4 Chelsea 7/4.

Broadcasting

Australia: Fox Sports 3

Austria and Germany: Sky Sport 1

Belgium: Sporting 1

Canada: Sportsnet

France: Canal+ Sport

India: ESPN, Star Sports 2

Middle East and Africa: Al Jazeera

United Kingdom: BT Sport

United States: NBC Sports Network, Mun2, DirecTV, SiriusXM FC, NBC Sports Live Extra

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