Out of European competitions, with no chances to engage in the EPL title battle with some atrocious defeats along the road (Newcastle and Liverpool), Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur share almost the same disappointment when it comes to the current season.That’s why both sides will be eager to grab all three points when they face tonight at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the last match of this Premier League round.We’ve had some classic games against Spurs over the years, but this game truly epitomised the spirit of Manchester United especially under Sir Alex’ Rhein add that to a masterclass of a performance from David Beckham. pic.twitter.com/y1iiGi454V— Stretford Post (@StretfordPost) April 27, 2023 Erik ten Hag’s slot managed to overcome the abyss they went into after suffering the recent Europa League exit by beating Brighton in the FA Cup semifinal penalty shootout. The Red Devils have won three games in a row in the domestic championship but have still not secured a place in the Champions League next season.He’s only a caretaker, but Mason believes he’s good enough to stay Spurs’ head coachDefenders Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez remain out of action and face a lengthy spell on the sidelines.”There are some players who are unavailable,” said Ten Hag.“Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane. We have to see how Bruno Fernandes is because we don’t know yet.”It’s a question mark. But I think, for the rest, we are quite okay.”##NAJAVA_MECA_7208831####EDITORS_CHOICE##On the other hand, the Spurs are going through an excruciating crisis which had taken its toll at St. James’ Park last weekend when they conceded not less than six goals. It led to Cristian Stellini’s departure as interim manager, so Ryan Mason took over in the meantime, becoming the Spurs’ third manager of the season.Manchester win the penalty shootout and will play rivals City in the FA Cup finalThe North Londoners are currently out of those Europa League places, let alone the Champions League qualification, so the victory at packed Old Trafford is almost obligatory.Ryan Mason has taken charge until the end of the season and Ten Hag believes there will be a huge reaction from the Spurs squad.”It was not so often that we had to bounce back,” the Dutchman said.”It happens with all the great teams, even Real Madrid, eh? It’s obvious they had a really bad defeat, of course, and that they are mad, so that can be fuel for bouncing back.”But it’s about us. An opponent can never be more hungry than us. That’s how we have to prepare for the game and make sure we go on the front foot, be dominant and dictate the game, “concluded Ten Hag.PREMIER LEAGUE – MATCHDAY 33TuesdayWolverhampton – Crystal Palace 1-0 (1-0)/Andersen 3 (og)/Aston Villa – Fulham 1-0 (1-0)/Mings 21/Leeds – Leicester 1-1 (0-0)/Sinisterra 20 – Vardy 80/WednesdayNott. Forest – Brighton 3-1 (1-1)/Gross 45+3, Danilo 68, Gibbs-White 90+1 – Buanonotte 38/West Ham – Liverpool 1-2 (1-1)/Paqueta 12 – Gakpo 18, Matip 67/Chelsea – Brentford 0-2 (0-1)/Azpilicueta 37 og , Mbeumo 78/Man City – Arsenal 4-1 (2-0)/De Bruyne 7, 54, Stones 45+1, Haaland 90+5 – Holding 86/Thursday21.45: (5.10) Everton (3.60) Newcastle (1.80)21.45: (2.35) Southampton (3.40) Bournemouth (3.25)22.15: (3.00) Tottenham (3.50) Man.Utd. (2.45)***odds are subject to change
