October 19, 2024

Tottenham vs West Ham: Lineups, team news, and injuries confirmed – EPL

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Tottenham has received a significant boost in their injury situation with the much-anticipated return of Son Heung-min. The talented forward will be available for selection as the team resumes its Premier League campaign against West Ham United this afternoon. Son’s presence on the pitch is expected to energize the squad and provide a critical attacking threat as they face their London rivals.

The South Korean international had to sit out the last three matches after suffering a hamstring injury during Tottenham’s Europa League victory over Qarabag. His absence was felt deeply, as he was a vital part of the team’s attacking setup, and fans were eager to see him back in action.

In addition to missing crucial matches for Tottenham against high-profile opponents like Manchester United, Ferencvaros, and Brighton, Son also had to forgo participating in South Korea’s World Cup qualifying fixtures against Jordan and Iraq. These games are significant for national pride, and his absence was a blow not just to his club but to his country as well.

However, after dedicating himself to a rigorous rehabilitation program during the international break, the 32-year-old has now regained full fitness. His hard work and determination have paid off, and he is anticipated to start in today’s match, much to the relief of his manager and fans alike.

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Richarlison has not played since the second match of the season, leading Ange Postecoglou to urge reporters in late September to “stop asking me about him.” The manager acknowledged that the Brazilian forward was still “a fair bit off” from returning.

However, in a positive turn of events for Tottenham’s attacking lineup, Postecoglou confirmed on Friday that the former Everton star is now available and “good to go again.”

In other injury news, Wilson Odobert is making a good recovery from a hamstring issue he sustained during the Carabao Cup match against Coventry, but the weekend will come too soon for the former Burnley winger to return to action.

Meanwhile, Lucas Bergvall has returned to north London earlier than expected after suffering a “minor injury” that sidelined him for Sweden’s game against Estonia. He trained with the squad on Friday, and Postecoglou stated that there are “no problems” with the teenager.

On the other side, West Ham United heads into the highly anticipated London derby with a relatively clean bill of health, which bodes well for their chances against Tottenham. The team has managed to maintain a stable roster, allowing them to focus on their strategy and preparations without the added pressure of multiple injuries affecting their key players. This relative good fortune in terms of player availability will be crucial as they seek to secure a positive result in such a competitive fixture.

However, summer signing Niclas Füllkrug has encountered significant challenges in finding his footing in East London due to an ongoing Achilles issue. This injury has severely limited his contributions to the team, and as a result, he has not been able to make an appearance since August. Füllkrug’s inability to participate has been disappointing, especially considering the expectations that came with his transfer. His absence has left a gap in the squad, affecting the team’s attacking options and overall depth.

Before the match against Ipswich Town, manager Julen Lopetegui expressed cautious optimism regarding Füllkrug’s potential return to the lineup following the international break. He believed that the time away from competitive matches might allow the player to recover fully and get back to contributing for the Hammers. However, as the week progressed, Lopetegui later admitted that complications from Füllkrug’s injury have kept him unavailable for selection. This news will be a disappointment to both the player and the coaching staff, who had hoped to see him return to form and add his talents to the squad in the crucial upcoming matches.

Confirmed Tottenham XI to face West Ham: Vicario, Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie, Bissouma, Maddison, Kulusevski, Johnson, Solanke, Son

Confirmed West Ham XI to face Tottenham: Areola, Wan-Bissaka, Todibo, Kilman, Emerson, Rodriguez, Soucek, Paquetá, Kudus, Bowen, Antonio

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