Ferencvaros vs Tottenham: Europa League Clash Preview and How to Watch

On Thursday, October 3, 2024, Tottenham Hotspur will travel to Hungary to face Ferencvaros in their second Europa League match of the season. This encounter marks the first meeting between the two teams and Ferencvaros's first game against an English club since their victory over Millwall in the UEFA Cup two decades ago.

Match Details

The match is scheduled to kick off at 5:45 PM BST at the Groupama Arena in Hungary. Fans can watch the game live on TNT Sports 1, with coverage beginning at 5:00 PM. For those preferring to stream, the match will be available via the Discovery+ app and website.

Tottenham enters this match on a strong note, having won their last four games in all competitions. Their most recent victory was a 3-0 win over Manchester United in the Premier League, despite playing against 10 men for over half of the game following Bruno Fernandess red card. In their first Europa League match, Spurs defeated Qarabag 3-0, although they were reduced to 10 men early in the game after Radu Dragusin received a red card.

Team News

Tottenham will be without several key players due to injuries. Heung-min Son and Destiny Udogie have been left at home to recover from minor injuries ahead of the weekend's fixtures. Brennan Johnson may also be given a rest, potentially paving the way for young winger Mickey Moore to make his first start alongside Dominic Solanke, who has recently been selected for the England national team.

Radu Dragusin, who received a red card against Qarabag, will serve the first game of his three-match European ban. Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray are expected to feature prominently in the lineup, with Bergvall aiming to get more minutes after being substituted early in the previous match due to the red card.

Ferencvaros's Challenge

Ferencvaros, currently top of their league after six games, will face their toughest test of the season so far. Despite their domestic form, they lost 2-1 to Anderlecht in their last European outing. The Hungarian side will need to devise a strategy to frustrate Tottenham and capitalize on any opportunities that arise.

Ange Postecoglou, Tottenham's manager, has a special connection with Hungarian football, particularly with the legendary Ferenc Pusks, who influenced his coaching philosophy. This connection adds an interesting layer to the match as Postecoglou returns to Hungary with his team.

Betting Odds and Predictions

The betting odds favor Tottenham, with bet365 listing them at 19/50 to win, compared to Ferencvaros at 11/2 and a draw at 17/4. Given Tottenham's recent form and the absence of key players for Ferencvaros, many predict a win for the English side.

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