Tottenham face Fulham this weekend at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, aiming to build on their thrilling victory in their last Premier League outing. The North London side, currently sixth in the league, have endured a turbulent season marked by inconsistencies, but they remain just three points shy of the coveted top-four spots. Their mixed performances are reflected in six wins and five losses from 12 matches — the most defeats of any team in the league’s top half.

This inconsistency was on full display in their last two league games. Spurs shocked everyone with a commanding 4-0 win over Manchester City at the Etihad, a result that reverberated across the league. However, that performance came on the heels of a surprising 2-1 home loss to newly-promoted Ipswich Town, a result that underscored the unpredictable nature of their campaign.

Fulham, meanwhile, sit just a single point behind Tottenham in ninth place, though the league’s congested standings mean a defeat could potentially drop them as low as 15th. The Cottagers are reeling from a disappointing 4-1 home loss to Wolves, a game in which they initially took the lead but crumbled in the second half. They’ll hope to emulate Ipswich’s success and exploit Tottenham’s vulnerability, though their recent form on the road has been less than encouraging.

Spurs' Offensive Prowess vs. Fulham's Defensive Frailty

Tottenham’s attack has been the standout feature of their season, with 27 goals scored — the highest tally in the league. Players like James Maddison, Dominic Solanke, and Brennan Johnson have been instrumental. Maddison, in particular, is in excellent form, netting a brace against Manchester City and contributing to nine goals so far. Spurs will look to capitalize on a Fulham defense that has managed just one clean sheet in their last six matches.

Fulham will counter with the creativity of Emile Smith Rowe and Alex Iwobi, both of whom have scored three goals this season. Despite their efforts, Fulham’s attack lacks the cutting edge, with their top scorer Raul Jimenez managing just four goals.

Recent Form and Head-to-Head

Tottenham’s recent form has been a mixed bag. They’ve won two, drawn one, and lost two of their last five matches across all competitions. A standout performance was their 4-1 comeback victory over Aston Villa, with Solanke and Maddison leading the charge. However, their Europa League campaign has been shaky, highlighted by a 3-2 loss to Galatasaray and a frustrating 2-2 draw with Roma after twice squandering the lead.

Fulham’s recent run has been equally erratic. They’ve won two, drawn one, and lost two in their last five outings. After a hard-fought 2-1 win over Brentford and a solid 2-0 victory at Crystal Palace, they faltered against Wolves, exposing their defensive vulnerabilities. Their away record hasn’t inspired confidence either, with just two wins in their last five road games.

Historically, Tottenham have dominated this fixture, winning four of the last five meetings in all competitions. Fulham’s lone victory in the past 11 encounters came at Craven Cottage last season, where they triumphed 3-0. Spurs won the reverse fixture earlier in the same campaign, 2-0.

Prediction and Key Players

Tottenham’s home advantage and recent form make them clear favorites for this clash. Ange Postecoglou’s men have won four of their last six at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, while Fulham’s inconsistency on the road could be their undoing. Goals may be scarce, as five of the last seven meetings between these sides have seen under 2.5 goals scored.

James Maddison is poised to play a pivotal role once again, having contributed to four goals in his last five league games. For Fulham, Alex Iwobi and Emile Smith Rowe will need to step up if they hope to challenge Spurs’ joint-third best defense in the league.

Matchoutlook Prediction : Home Win (2-0)