Tottenham Hotspur aim to make it three consecutive wins when they host Crystal Palace in the Premier League this Saturday. The match at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium offers a chance for Roberto De Zerbi's side to build momentum after a 2-0 victory at Chelsea last time out, a result secured by an own goal from Mike Penders and a strike from Mathys Tel.
Spurs currently sit 14th in the table with nine points from eight matches, having recorded two wins, three draws and three losses. They are 12 points behind leaders Manchester City but have shown signs of improvement, winning their last two games after a run of three without a victory. Their recent form reads two wins, one draw and two losses from the last five, a sequence that includes a 3-1 win over Coventry where James Maddison and Omar Marmoush were on target, and a 1-1 draw with Manchester United.
Team news and approach
De Zerbi is expected to name a strong side as he looks to solidify a winning formula. The Italian manager will likely rely on the attacking impetus provided by recent goalscorers Mathys Tel and James Maddison. The squad's full fixtures list shows a busy period ahead, making a positive result against Palace important.
The visitors arrive in 17th place, having lost their last meeting with Tottenham by a heavy 7-0 margin back in September. That result will be fresh in the memory for both sets of players. Palace have struggled for consistency this season and represent an opportunity for Spurs to secure points at home.
Tottenham's defence, which has conceded 10 league goals, will be tested by Palace's attack. However, the clean sheet kept at Stamford Bridge provides a platform. The team's overall goal difference stands at minus two after scoring eight times this season.
Fans can expect an attacking approach from the hosts, who have netted five times in their last two outings across all competitions. The next match on the calendar is this key London encounter on Saturday 31 October against a Crystal Palace side sitting 17th. Kick-off is set for Saturday, 31 October.
