Tottenham looking to take next step towards top-4
Ahead of the Tottenham vs Brighton match, the odds indicate clear favourites for the hosts in any event. Spurs are individually the better team and have not given the impression of being at risk of a dip in performance recently.
Despite that, of course, this game still has to be played. Tottenham must not offer too much as Brighton are just lurking to get space and then strike ice cold. Kick-off is at noon on Saturday, at 13:30
Tottenham – Statistics & current form
Two things have recently ensured that Tottenham’s chances of reaching the top flight via the league are greater than ever before this season. On the one hand, there are their own performances, which are very positive, but also the slip-ups by Arsenal and Manchester United, which Spurs have taken note of favourably. The overall situation has changed.
In the run-up to the Tottenham v Brighton match, the betting odds show that Spurs are also favourites in this game. So the bookmakers are rewarding the four league wins in a row accordingly. The last time Tottenham won five in a row was in December 2018, and last weekend they won 4-0 away at Aston Villa, which has boosted their confidence.
Once again, Heung-min Son (17 goals) was outstanding and, together with Harry Kane (12 goals), forms one of the most dangerous attacking duos in the Premier League. These two players will once again be crucial against Brighton, as the Seagulls’ defence can once again form a bulwark that is difficult to break down.
Tottenham: The series is encouraging for fourth place
Nothing more than fourth place is in the cards for Tottenham this season, it seems. But this would guarantee the Champions League and also ensure that rivals Arsenal are distanced. At the moment, it seems that for the first time since Antonio Conte took over as manager, his idea of football is being implemented consistently over a longer period of time.
The offence currently serves as the main reason why things are going so well for Tottenham. They have scored two or more goals in each of their last seven Premier League games. This statistic is impressive and if this rate can be maintained to some extent, it looks very good for achieving their own goals. In addition, “only” two big clubs, Arsenal and Liverpool, are still waiting in the remaining programme.
The absence of Doherty, who has been marching up and down the left lately, is bitter, but Reguilon can also fulfil this task. Taking all the stats into account, ahead of the Tottenham v Brighton game, our prediction is that the hosts will win.
Predicted Tottenham line-up:
Lloris – Romero, Dier, Davies – Emerson, Bentancur, Höjbjerg, Reguilon – Kulusevski, Son – Kane
Last matches played by Tottenham:
Premier League
09/04/2022 – Aston Villa 0 – 4 Tottenham
03/04/2022 – Tottenham 5 – 1 Newcastle United
20/03/2022 – Tottenham 3 – 1 West Ham
17/03/2022 – Brighton 0 – 2 Tottenham
13/03/2022 – Manchester United 3 – 2 Tottenham
Brighton – Statistics & current form
Once again, Brighton can impress with some footballing treats this season. The team of coach Graham Potter does not play scaredy-cat football, but stands compactly. Brighton generate this compactness through a lot of possession and control. However, some chances are missed too easily and that’s why the Seagulls are “only” in a safe midfield.
But this should not be a big problem, because the squad also allows for such a ranking. The compactness of the team is also statistically proven: 37 goals conceded is the sixth best defensive score in the entire Premier League. That is quite respectable.
Furthermore, it is noticeable that Brighton have been very dangerous away from home recently, so Tottenham should watch out. Because: Even if the results in recent weeks have not been really outstanding, Brighton have won their last three matches away from home.
Brighton: Momentum from the win in the last game?
The form curve has already been hinted at. Results in recent weeks have not been fully satisfactory. Seven points from nine games is not a good record, but the last game against Arsenal was won away from home, ending a drought. Brighton showed themselves to be very clever and self-confident.
Offensively, Brighton are sometimes struggling, effort and return don’t really go together. However, the Seagulls are more dangerous away from home, scoring eight goals more than at home. For this reason, our value tip before the Tottenham vs. Brighton match is that both teams will score.
Predicted line-up of Brighton:
Sanchez – Veltman, Dunk, Webster – Big, Mwepu, Bissouma, Cucurella, Trossard – Mac Allister, Welbeck
Last Brighton games:
Premier League
09/04/2022 – Arsenal FC 1 – 2 Brighton
02/04/2022 – Brighton 0 – 0 Norwich
17/03/2022 – Brighton 0 – 2 Tottenham
12/03/2022 – Brighton 0 – 2 Liverpool FC
05/03/2022 – Newcastle United 2 – 1 Brighton
Tottenham – Brighton Direct comparison / H2H record
The two teams have faced each other in 24 matches in history. 15 games Tottenham won, only five times Brighton came out victorious. Spurs won the first leg 2-0, with two home wins in pre-season.
Tottenham – Brighton Tip
Tottenham have the edge in terms of pre-match signs ahead of this game, given their recent form. Brighton, however, feel quite comfortable in the underdog role, at the same time the team does not play classic underdog football.
Overall, especially in the last weeks, the advantages outweigh the disadvantages for the hosts. Therefore, before the game Tottenham vs Brighton, our tip is that the hosts will win the game.
