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Pressure Builds as Spurs Host Frankfurt in High-Stakes Europa Clash

Tottenham Hotspur return to European action on Thursday night, facing Eintracht Frankfurt in what feels like a pivotal moment in their season — and potentially in Ange Postecoglou’s tenure. The first leg of the Europa League quarter-final will be played under the north London lights, with both sides knowing the scale of what’s at stake.

For Spurs, this is a defining juncture. A season that began with promise has flirted with inconsistency, and while domestic form has fluctuated, the Europa League now offers a clear route to redemption. Postecoglou will be acutely aware that lifting this trophy could turn an uncertain campaign into a successful one — and perhaps secure his position beyond the summer.

Frankfurt arrive with pedigree and purpose. Third in the Bundesliga, they represent a major hurdle, not just for their tactical structure but their resilience in this competition. The Germans know how to navigate European nights, and Spurs will need a performance of intensity and control.

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Match Details and Broadcast Information

Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025Kick-off: 8pm BSTVenue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London

How to watch Tottenham vs Eintracht FrankfurtTV: TNT Sports (UK)Streaming: Discovery+ app and website

Spurs fans will be hoping their side channel the energy from previous European nights at this venue, where support has often lifted them. Frankfurt, however, are unlikely to be daunted by the occasion.

Injury Updates and Team Selection

Tottenham’s injury list is slowly clearing, but the first leg will come too soon for Dejan Kulusevski, Kevin Danso and Radu Dragusin. The latter has been ruled out for the remainder of the campaign. There’s cautious optimism around Kulusevski and Danso for the second leg, but this week comes too soon.

Rodrigo Bentancur returns after suspension, offering added composure in midfield. Micky van de Ven and Destiny Udogie are set to feature from the start, having been rested at the weekend.

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Ange Postecoglou faces one key decision in attack — who to start on the right wing between Brennan Johnson and Wilson Odobert. The Australian will hope whoever is selected brings urgency and directness to Spurs’ forward play.

Frankfurt, meanwhile, are without first-choice goalkeeper Kevin Trapp, meaning Kaua Santos starts in goal. Elye Wahi also misses out, though Igor Matanovic returns to bolster the attack.

Hugo Ekitike leads the line in the absence of Omar Marmoush, who joined Manchester City in January. Supporting him is the ever-crafty Mario Götze, now 32 but still capable of unlocking defences with a moment’s inspiration.

Tactical Battle and Predicted Outcome

Tottenham arrive on the back of a 3-1 win over Southampton — a match that did little to stir belief but served its purpose as a tune-up. Frankfurt, meanwhile, have won just five of 13 matches since losing Marmoush, but their Europa League form remains impressive.

This tie is likely to be tightly contested across both legs. Spurs’ slight edge at home could be decisive on Thursday, though they will need to remain disciplined, especially against Frankfurt’s transitions.

Predicted Score: Tottenham 2-1 Eintracht Frankfurt