In one of the standout matches of the 11th round of the English Premier League for the 2025-2026 season, Tottenham Hotspur hosts Manchester United today at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
The match kicks off at 12:30 PM GMT (3:30 PM in Saudi Arabia and the UAE) and will be broadcast exclusively on TNT Sports in the UK, Peacock in the United States, and Jio Hotstar in India. Live streaming in the Middle East can be followed on beIN Sports.
This clash is more than just a matchup between two teams in the upper half of the table; it serves as a rematch of last season’s Europa League final, where Tottenham defeated United 1-0 to secure their first European title after a long drought.
Current Situation of the Teams: A Battle for European Positions
Tottenham currently sits sixth with 17 points from 10 matches (5 wins, 2 draws, 3 losses) and a goal difference of +9. Under the management of Thomas Frank, the team experienced a dramatic revival following a 1-0 loss to Chelsea in the recent London derby, scoring 4-0 against Copenhagen in the Champions League despite having a player sent off. However, Spurs are facing a home-ground crisis, having lost 9 league matches at home in 2025, more than any other team in the Premier League.
Tottenham boasts a strong attack with 17 goals scored (fifth in the league) but relies on a defense that has conceded only 8 goals (second in the league). Meanwhile, Manchester United occupies eighth place with the same points total (17), recording 17 goals scored and 16 conceded (goal difference of +1).
Under the leadership of Ruben Amorim, who took over last November, United has shown significant improvement, going four matches unbeaten in the league, including an exciting 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest in the last round. United leads the league in total shots (153) and shots on target (54), but struggles defensively, with opponents scoring in 70% of their matches. Cameroonian forward Bryan Mbeumo, who joined from Brentford, highlights the team with 4 goals, seeking revenge after previous losses to Tottenham.
| Team | Position | Points | Goals Scored | Goals Conceded | Goal Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tottenham | 6 | 17 | 17 | 8 | +9 |
| Manchester United | 8 | 17 | 17 | 16 | +1 |
Head-to-Head Record: Recent Tottenham Dominance
In the history of the 207 encounters between the two teams, United leads with 96 wins compared to 58 for Tottenham. However, recent years have seen a shift, with Spurs remaining unbeaten in their last 7 matches against United (4 wins, 3 draws), including the Europa League final victory. The last league meeting occurred last May, ending with Tottenham winning 1-0.
This history adds intrigue to today’s match, particularly with Amorim eager to break this streak after three consecutive losses to Spurs.
Expected Lineups and Injuries
Tottenham (4-3-3): Vicario – Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Spence – Bentancur, Palhinha, Saar – Kudus, Richarlison, Simons.
(Potential absence of some players due to fatigue after the European match, but the team is nearly complete.)
Manchester United (4-2-3-1): Onana – Dalot, De Ligt, Martinez, Shaw – Casemiro, Mainoo – Garnacho, Bruno, Rashford – Mbeumo.
(Amorim relies on a strong attack with Cisco and Kona on the bench, but defense needs reinforcement.)
Predictions and Betting
Experts anticipate an open match with many goals, noting that 8 of United’s last 9 matches have featured at least 3 goals. The primary prediction is a 2-2 draw, with Mbeumo likely to score (odds of 2/1). In betting, the preference is for “both teams to score” (70% chance for United) and “over 2.5 goals” with odds of 1.61. Referee Sam Barrott will officiate the match, with an expected crowd of 62,000 in an electrifying atmosphere.
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