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Tottenham Hotspur have discovered the referee who will take charge of their Premier League clash against Leeds United, but history suggests Spurs may not fancy their chances with him in the middle.
Tottenham Hotspur return to Premier League action this weekend with an away trip to Elland Road, where Thomas Frank’s side will be eager to steady themselves after a frustrating spell in the league.
Spurs have collected just two points from their last two matches, which is hardly the form expected from a side with top-four ambitions, and the pressure is on to turn performances into victories once more.
However, there is reason for encouragement as Tottenham boast the best away record in the division this season, with two wins and a draw on the road, leaving them with seven points from a possible nine when away from north London.
Tom Bramall appointed referee for Leeds vs Tottenham
As Frank’s men prepare for their league clash, the Premier League has confirmed the match officials, with Tom Bramall named as referee for the Tottenham versus Leeds encounter.
The 35-year-old only made his Premier League debut as a referee in August 2022, and for this fixture between Tottenham and Leeds, he will be assisted by Ian Hussin and Andrew Dallison.
Rob Jones has been appointed as the fourth official on the touchline, while in the VAR room, Jarred Gillett will take charge, supported by Akil Howson.
Spurs’ history with referee Tom Bramall
While Thomas Frank will be hoping for strong officiating from Bramall, recent history does not inspire much confidence for Spurs.
The referee has only been in charge of one Tottenham match to date in the Premier League, which came in last season’s heavy 5-1 defeat away to Liverpool at Anfield.
On that occasion, Bramall showed just three yellow cards in the entire fixture, two to Liverpool players and one to Tottenham, though the manner of Spurs’ defeat meant officiating decisions were never likely to change the outcome.
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