Tottenham Hotspur is set to visit The City Ground to take on Nottingham Forest in a crucial Premier League clash, with both teams eager to secure their first victory of the season. Under the guidance of Roberto De Zerbi, Tottenham has struggled significantly, currently sitting in 19th place with no points and a troubling goal difference after conceding five goals without scoring any themselves.
Their season began on a disappointing note with a 0-3 defeat to Brentford in their opening match, followed by a 0-2 loss at home against Newcastle, where goals from Antony Elanga and Yoane Wissa sealed their fate. This poor start has increased the pressure on De Zerbi to turn things around quickly, especially with the possibility of being at the bottom of the table by the end of Matchweek 3.
In an effort to revitalize the squad, Tottenham has been active in the transfer market. Following the departure of Kevin Danso, who has been loaned to Sunderland, and the potential exit of Richarlison, who was left out of the Premier League squad, the club has brought in reinforcements. They secured the services of winger Mykhailo Mudryk on loan from Chelsea and defender Tosin Adarabioyo on a permanent deal. De Zerbi is familiar with Mudryk from his time at Shakhtar Donetsk, and Adarabioyo adds much-needed experience to the defensive line.
Historically, Tottenham has faced difficulties against Nottingham Forest, having not won in their last four encounters. This trend adds to the urgency for Spurs to break the cycle and start accumulating points. The club has invested heavily in improving their squad, and now it’s up to De Zerbi to implement a strategy that can halt the losing streak.
Nottingham Forest, managed by Oliver Glasner, has also had a mixed start to the season. After a narrow 0-1 defeat at home to Leeds, they managed to earn a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Liverpool at Anfield, showcasing their resilience. Glasner, who previously enjoyed success with Crystal Palace, has brought in his former player Daniel Muñoz from Palace for around £22 million. Muñoz is known for his ability to contribute offensively, often finding the back of the net or assisting, making him a valuable addition to Glasner’s tactical setup.
In terms of injuries, Forest will be without Nicolo Savona due to a knee issue, while Ibrahim Sangare is expected to play a role in the match. For Tottenham, Dejan Kulusevski, Xavi Simons, and Wilson Odobert are all ruled out, with new signing Savio and James Maddison both facing late fitness tests due to minor injuries.
The highly anticipated match is scheduled for Saturday, September 5th, at 15:00 BST, and it promises to be a pivotal moment for both teams as they seek to turn their early season struggles into a positive trajectory.
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