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Published on 2024-04-12 11:32:47
Tottenham Hotspur may not be in the race for the English Premier League title this season, but they could play a crucial role in determining the eventual winner. The top three contenders, Liverpool, Manchester City, and Arsenal, are all closely vying for the title, with less than 10 games left in the season.
As the season nears its conclusion, Spurs will face each of these top teams. They will take on Arsenal at the end of April, followed by a trip to Liverpool in early May, and then face City in their penultimate game of the season on 14 May. These matches will have a significant impact on the title race.
Spurs are currently chasing a fourth-placed finish to secure a spot in next season’s UEFA Champions League. With Aston Villa also in contention for fourth place, every game is crucial for Spurs as they cannot afford any slip-ups.
Midfielder James Maddison sees these upcoming games as an exciting challenge and an opportunity to be involved in the big moments of the season. He emphasized that their focus is on themselves and finishing as high as they can in the league. The team is determined to achieve their goals and will not be swayed by the potential impact they could have on the title race.
In their previous encounters with the top three teams, Spurs drew with City and Arsenal, and beat Liverpool. Liverpool recently suffered a setback in the Europa League, losing 3-0 to Atalanta, leading to manager Jürgen Klopp admitting that it was a low point for the team.
Klopp is looking to end his tenure at Liverpool on a positive note, as he announced that this would be his final season with the club. Meanwhile, Arsenal is aiming for their first Premier League title in two decades, while City remains the favorite due to their recent dominance in English football.
The Premier League season has been full of twists and turns, with multiple storylines converging towards an exciting finale. The race for the title, battles for Champions League spots, and the fight against relegation have all made for an enthralling season for fans and players alike.
As the season reaches its climax, all eyes will be on Tottenham Hotspur as they look to secure their place in the top four while potentially playing spoiler to the title hopes of the top three teams. The final few games promise to be intense and dramatic, with only one team ultimately emerging victorious.
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