ANGLETERRE ° PREMIER LEAGUE 15 PART 2023 / 2024
Tottenham played a significant role in a thrilling Premier League (PL) encounter on Sunday. The team avoided becoming the first in PL history to lose four consecutive matches after taking the lead, displaying an impeccable mindset that allowed them to come back twice and secure a 3-3 draw at the Etihad Stadium against Manchester City. It was yet another nail-biter for Spurs fans, who have been consistently entertained recently. Both teams scored, and there have been at least three goals in each of Tottenham's last five PL matches.
Despite their ability to respond strongly, Ange Postecoglou's men have slipped in the standings after four winless matches (1 draw, 3 losses). They are eager to break this streak in the upcoming clash against London rivals West Ham United. This fixture is always lively and anticipated, and Spurs aim to maintain their dominance at home, having not lost in the last five encounters played in North London (4 wins, 1 draw).
West Ham, coming off a 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace, faces another London derby. Manager David Moyes expressed disappointment at conceding an "ugly goal" that ultimately cost his team three points. Nevertheless, the Hammers remain unbeaten in their last five official matches (4 wins, 1 draw), securing a spot in spring football and staying in contention for European places in the PL.
Extending this unbeaten run may prove challenging considering West Ham's disappointing record against current top-six teams this season (1 draw, 3 losses). Despite scoring in all four matches, Moyes and his players might adopt a more defensive approach. Moyes has a history of frustrating North London teams, boasting more drawn matches against them than against any other teams in his career (9 wins, 11 draws, 16 losses).
Players to watch: The spotlight was on Heung-Min Son (PL: 9 goals, 2 assists) on Sunday, becoming only the fifth PL player to score, provide an assist, and score an own goal in the same match. Mohammed Kudus secured his first Flashscore Man of the Match award in the PL for his goal against Palace, marking the first time he opened the scoring in his five goals for the club.
Hot stat: An eye-catching statistic reveals that West Ham has conceded 79% (19 out of 24) of its PL goals this season after halftime.