Tottenham Hotspur kick off their 2025/26 Premier League campaign by hosting Burnley at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Both teams are eager to set the tone for the season, with Spurs aiming to build on their top-four finish last term and Burnley looking to cement their Premier League status after promotion. This clash promises excitement with contrasting styles and key absences.
Ange Postecoglou’s Spurs were a revelation in 2024/25, securing Champions League football with their high-pressing, attacking 4-3-3. Son Heung-min led with 18 goals, while James Maddison’s 12 assists drove their fluid midfield. Pre-season saw them dispatch Bayern Munich 3-1 and edge out Newcastle 2-1, showcasing new signings Dominic Solanke and Archie Gray. However, injuries to Richarlison (hamstring) and Yves Bissouma (knee) test their depth, with Destiny Udogie’s fitness in doubt after a late knock.
Burnley, under Scott Parker, return to the Premier League after a dominant Championship campaign, scoring 92 goals. Their 4-2-3-1 relies on Josh Brownhill’s creativity (10 goals, 8 assists last season) and Lyle Foster’s finishing. Pre-season wins over Leicester and Cardiff highlight their counter-attacking threat, but injuries to Aaron Ramsey and Nathan Redmond could hinder their midfield dynamism. New signing Luca Koleosho adds pace, though defensive solidity remains a concern against Spurs’ attacking firepower.
Securing the 3️⃣ points at @SpursStadium 🙌
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) May 12, 2024
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Team News
Tottenham Hotspur
- Richarlison (hamstring) and Yves Bissouma (knee) are sidelined.
- Destiny Udogie faces a late fitness test after a pre-season knock.
- Dominic Solanke is set to make his competitive debut up top.
Burnley
- Aaron Ramsey (calf) and Nathan Redmond (groin) are ruled out.
- Lyle Foster is expected to lead the line after a strong pre-season.
- Luca Koleosho could debut on the wing.
Predicted Lineups
Tottenham Hotspur: Vicario, Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Spence, Gray, Sarr, Maddison, Johnson, Solanke, Son.
Burnley: Trafford, Roberts, O’Shea, Esteve, Taylor, Cullen, Brownhill, Koleosho, Berge, Odobert, Foster.
