Tottenham Hotspur vs Wolverhampton Preview, Prediction, Odds, Betting Tips 29.12.2024

• Date and Time: Sunday, December 29, 16:00 GMT+1
• Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England

Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham’s season is full of inconsistencies, and as a result, they currently rank 11th in the Premier League. It’s the team’s worst season in recent memory, as they hadn’t ranked this low even during José Mourinho’s tenure. 

Several factors contribute to this decline, the most significant being injuries. Tottenham’s defence lacks depth, and Micky Van de Ven’s injury has exacerbated the issue.  

Ange Postecoglou’s system was often criticized last year for the risky high line he deployed. Without Van de Ven, Tottenham’s defensive structure in transition struggles significantly. His partner, Cristian Romero, has also missed several games which weakens the team’s gameplan in possession. The Argentine is known for his aggressive playstyle, in and out of possession.

Tottenham conceded seven goals in their last two Premier League matches, including a heavy 3-6 loss to league leaders Liverpool and a 1-0 Boxing Day defeat to Nottingham. Despite their inconsistency, Tottenham have pulled off surprising victories, such as a 2-1 win over Manchester City and a 4-1 triumph against Aston Villa.

Ben Davies, Guglielmo Vicario and Richarlison will be sidelined in addition to Van de Ven and Romero. 

Wolverhampton

Wolverhampton’s season has been underwhelming, with the team currently sitting 17th in the table. They have won four times and suffered eleven defeats in 18 games. 

Wolves found success on Boxing Day, pulling off a surprising 2-0 victory over Manchester United. A 3-0 win over relegation-threatened Leicester in the previous week lifted Wolves out of the relegation zone. 

However, Wolves’ overall performances have been lackluster, with their first win of the season coming in November against Southampton, followed by a 4-1 victory over Fulham. 

Enso González, Saša Kalajdžić, Yerson Mosquera, Boubacar Traoré and Pablo Sarabia will be sidelined.

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Tottenham Hotspur vs Wolverhampton Prediction

• Prediction: Tottenham Hotspur to win
• Odds: 1.585 (22Bet)
• Score Prediction: Tottenham Hotspur 3-1 Wolverhampton

Tottenham’s inconsistency has earned them the nickname ‘Robin Hood,’ as they often drop points against lower-ranked teams while performing well against stronger opponents. 

Wolverhampton’s attack has struggled this season, with Matheus Cunha being one of their few key offensive players. If Tottenham can effectively isolate Cunha, they have a strong chance of neutralising Wolverhampton’s attack. 

Despite their inconsistency, Tottenham are favoured to win, given Wolverhampton’s struggles in attack.

Tottenham Hotspur vs Wolverhampton Betting Tip

• Pick: James Maddison to score to score
• Odds: 3.5 (22Bet)

Since Harry Kane’s departure, Tottenham have needed a new leader to step up. Apart from Heung-min Son, James Maddison has taken on this role. 

Although Maddison missed out on selection for England’s EURO 2024 squad, he continues to improve with each game. At his best, Maddison is Tottenham’s key playmaker, orchestrating transitions from midfield to attack. Maddison’s role also maximises Son’s attacking potential, Tottenham’s primary offensive weapon. 

Maddison’s ability to score in challenging moments makes him our top pick for this match. 

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