Tottenham return to north London this weekend looking to stabilise themselves after a difficult run of domestic results, while Fulham make the short journey across the capital hoping to climb clear of the bottom end of the table. Despite the season still being in its early stages, the meeting already carries weight for both teams.
Spurs have struggled for rhythm in recent league outings, often playing well in spells but failing to turn possession into results. Their home performances have been inconsistent, with defensive uncertainty proving costly in key moments. Fulham, meanwhile, sit just above the drop zone after an up-and-down start. They have shown flashes of resilience but have not been able to string together enough complete performances, particularly away from home, where chances have been sparse and pressure has regularly told.
Injuries and suspensions will shape both line-ups. Tottenham are without Cristian Romero, who misses the match through suspension after accumulating five bookings, removing a major presence from their back line. A handful of squad players remain under assessment, though no fresh long-term injuries have been reported. Fulham’s situation is similar: most of their core group is available, but a couple of longer-term absentees remain sidelined, and several players have only recently returned to full training and may not be risked from the start.
Tottenham’s approach under their current set-up has centred on controlling the ball and using width to generate momentum. They look to press aggressively, move the ball quickly through midfield and rely on their attacking players to exploit space between the lines. Fulham, on the other hand, are still trying to find a balance between staying organised and carrying enough threat going forward. At their best, they are compact, disciplined and capable of breaking with purpose — but when pushed deep, they can struggle to escape sustained pressure.
The midfield area may prove decisive. If Spurs dictate tempo and pin Fulham into their own half, the visitors could be forced into a largely reactive afternoon. But if Fulham can disrupt the home side’s rhythm, win second balls and counter with sharp transitions, they have shown they can unsettle teams with far greater resources.
Neither side can afford to drift through this fixture. Tottenham will see this as an opportunity to reassert themselves on home turf, while Fulham understand that improving their away form is essential if they are to avoid a prolonged fight near the bottom. With both teams needing a lift, the contest has all the makings of a tense, competitive London clash at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
