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TL;DR
Tottenham Hotspur can send Wolves down with a win against Brighton. Manager Roberto de Zerbi discussed James Maddison's potential return from injury, emphasizing the need for all players to be focused.
Key points
- Tottenham can relegate Wolves with a win.
- Roberto de Zerbi discussed James Maddison's injury status.
- Maddison is a key player for Tottenham.
- Wolves face relegation if they lose.
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Roberto de ZerbiJames Maddison
Tottenham HotspurBrightonWolves
The relegation trapdoor is ready to swing into action: Wolvesâ defeat today means they will go down if Spurs win today. Roberto de Zerbi has had a quick chat, and this is what he said about Maddisonâs return:
double quotation markJames is one of the leaders, of the most important players in the squad. I think he can give us energy, quality, because when he is available to play his quality is amazing, and in this moment we need everyone. We need all players focused on Tottenham, and especially an important player like James.
Look whoâs back! As it happens, Roberto De Zerbi was asked yesterday about James Maddison and the possibility of him returning from injury. This is what he said:
double quotation markI donât know yet. I donât want to push too much. Iâm used to waiting for the players when they are available, totally available to play and to restart the training, because itâs better to lose one game more than to take a risk for another new injury.
Which sounded to me like a no. And yet, here he is.
James Maddison of Tottenham Hotspur (centre) during the pre-match team walk on before the game against Brighton and Hove Albion. Photograph: Chloe Knott/Tottenham Hotspur FC/Shutterstock
The team sheets have been handed in to the referee and can no longer be changed unless someone asks very nicely. And here are those teams:
Tottenham Hotspur: Kinsky; Porro, Danso, Van de Ven, Udogie; Bentancur, Gallagher; Kolo Muani, Simons, Bissouma; Solanke. Subs: Austin, Bergvall, Dragusin, Gray, Joao Palhinha, Maddison, Spence, Tel, Richarlison.
Brighton & Hove Albion: Verbruggen; Wieffer, Van Hecke, Boscagli, Kadioglu; Gomez, Ayari, Hinshelwood, Gross, Minteh; Welbeck. Subs: De Cuyper, Kostoulas, Mitoma, OâRiley, Baleba, Rutter, Steele, Veltman, Igor Julio.
Referee: Stuart Attwell.
VAR: Jarred Gillett.
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Q&A
What happens if Tottenham Hotspur wins against Brighton?
If Tottenham wins, Wolves will be relegated from the Premier League.
What did Roberto de Zerbi say about James Maddison's injury?
Roberto de Zerbi mentioned he was unsure about Maddison's return but emphasized the importance of waiting until he is fully fit.
How does James Maddison impact Tottenham's performance?
James Maddison is considered one of the leaders and key players, providing energy and quality to the squad.
What is the significance of this match for Wolves?
The match is crucial for Wolves as a defeat would confirm their relegation from the Premier League.
