Tottenham Hotspur host Wolverhampton Wanderers in a Premier League clash with an intriguing backdrop. Despite Wolves' poor start and the Spurs' strong start, which has them third in the league, history is not on their side in this fixture. Wolves are unbeaten in their last five against Spurs, winning four and drawing one. That run has made this an awkward fixture for Spurs in recent years, even if the current form of the two clubs suggests the North London side will fancy their chances of breaking the cycle.
Wolves recent form
Wolves arrive in North London in desperate need of a lift after a dreadful start to their campaign. Five defeats from five league games represent their worst start to a top-flight season, with defensive lapses proving costly. The Carabao Cup victory over Everton offered a glimmer of hope, but their struggles in the Premier League remain a significant concern. Confidence will be fragile, yet Wolves know that they have caused Spurs problems in the past, and that knowledge could be vital in restoring belief.
Tottenham's strong start
Tottenham, in contrast, have enjoyed a far more positive start to the season. Three wins, one draw and one loss have kept them within touching distance of the top of the table, and their performances under new manager Thomas Frank suggest a team growing in balance and resilience. Defensively, they have looked more assured than last season, while in attack, they continue to find ways to create chances and threaten consistently. At home in front of their own fans, Spurs will see this as a perfect opportunity to put their Wolves hoodoo behind them.
Recent head-to-head
When you look at the head-to-head in the previous five games, it indeed suggests that the Wolves have had Spurs' number.
- Wolves 4 – 2 Tottenham on 13 April 2025 (Premier League)
- Tottenham 2 – 2 Wolves on 29 December 2024 (Premier League)
- Tottenham 1 – 2 Wolves on 17 February 2024 (Premier League)
- Wolves 2 – 1 Tottenham on 11 November 2023 (Premier League)
- Wolves 1 – 0 Tottenham on 4 March 2023 (Premier League)
Beyond these five games, Spurs and Wolves have been evenly matched, with both teams winning 9 games each and drawing five. The recent sequence gives Wolves the psychological edge.
Tactical Battle
The key for Wolves will be to stay compact, block the channels, and break when given space, especially in transitions. They cannot afford to concede too many chances, given the frailties shown in recent weeks. For Tottenham, the game plan must revolve around patience and capitalising on the weaknesses in Wolves' defence. The West Midlands club's confidence from their prior victories in this fixture may push them to play with belief, whereas Spurs must guard against overconfidence.
For all of Tottenham's form and home advantage, Wolves' dominance in this fixture cannot be ignored. They have made a habit of unsettling Spurs regardless of the circumstances, and even in their current slump, they will arrive at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with quiet confidence. If Wolves can rediscover their defensive discipline and strike on the counter, they have every chance of extending their remarkable unbeaten run against Spurs. For a team searching for a spark to ignite their season, there may be no better fixture than this one, and Wolves know history is on their side.
