Tottenham maintained an unbeaten start to their Premier League season after leaving it late to beat Crystal Palace. Victor Wanyama's winner secured all three points for the London side as they welcome Liverpool next at White Hart Lane. The Reds have emerged as Spurs' bogey team in recent years as Tottenham are yet to pick up three points at the Lane since 2012 when they beat Liverpool 2-1.
Mauricio Pochettino and Jurgen Klopp are two of the best tacticians in England and it is going to be an interesting battle between the two young sides. Liverpool have been inconsistent under Jurgen Klopp as on some days they shred their opponents to threads with their fast paced football but on same can't get passed a low block. Spurs, on the other hand, want to replicate last season's success and make a spot in the top four theirs this season too.
Liverpool have some injury concerns as Philippe Coutinho and Divock Origi are not expected to start and will be on the bench. Emre Can is expected to miss tomorrow's clash along with Mamadou Sakho and Loris Karius. Spurs, on the other hand, will just miss the services of club captain, Hugo Lloris and Moussa Dembele. Let's take a look at the predicted lineup for Spurs in their important home game against Liverpool
1) Goalkeeper and defenders
Michael Vorm
The former Swansea keeper will be the custodian for the London side in the absence of Hugo Lloris. He has done decently in the number of chances that he has got but has a task in his hand against the deadly attack of Sadio Mane and Daniel Sturridge.
Kyle Walker
The right-back has been brilliant under Pochettino so far and provided an assist in the first game too. The right-back has combined his attacking runs with some resolute defending but will have to be at his best against Roberto Firmino and probably Coutinho in the second half.
Toby Alderweireld
The Belgian has been one of the best in the league since his arrival and will look to keep Liverpool's main man, Daniel Sturridge quiet throughout the course of the game.
Jan Vertonghen
With Alderweireld, the Belgian has formed a stellar partnership and Spurs are reaping the benefits of a settled centre-back partnership. The duo have played together since their academy days and will look to keep the Reds' attack silent.
Danny Rose
Rose has been a mainstay in Spurs' defence and must be up for the tough task at his hand. He will be up against the marauding Sadio Mane coupled with the overlapping runs from Nathaniel Clyne. Rose's performance will be crucial if Spurs want to keep a clean sheet against the Reds.
2) Midfielders
Eric Dier
The youngster needs to find his mojo besides Victor Wanyama and once Dembele is back serving his ban, his place in the side might be in danger. The Englishman needs to win the midfield battle against Adam Lallana and will also be up against Jordan Henderson.
Victor Wanyama
The former Saints man has settled in well to life at Spurs and must produce a solid midfield display if Spurs want to gain all three points against Liverpool.
3) Forwards
Erik Lamela
After a disappointing start to his career in England, the Argentine has picked up the pace and is producing consistent performances. He needs to add goals to his name if he wants a regular place in the starting lineup but should start against Liverpool.
Dele Alli
Alli delivered a sparkling cameo against Crystal Palace which will see him come into the lineup ahead of Vincent Janssen. Alli needs to get the better of his national team colleague, Jordan Henderson if he wants to create chances for his teammates.
Christian Eriksen
The Dane's consistency is his biggest problem as he seems to switch off during some of the big games. He needs to be sharp especially on set pieces to produce the right delivery as defending against set pieces have been Liverpool's Achilles heel.
Harry Kane
Kane has had an indifferent Euros and hasn’t been the best in the first couple of games this season. He needs to get back to his scoring ways if Spurs want to replicate last season's exploits. Kane does have a decent record against Liverpool and will look to add to his tally against Jurgen Klopp's men.
Tottenham’s predicted formation: 4-2-3-1
