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After a dominant midweek Champions League performance, Thomas Frank turns his attention back to the Premier League, where Tottenham host an in-form Manchester United team.
Tottenham Hotspur slipped to sixth in the Premier League following a very disappointing 0-1 defeat to Chelsea at the weekend, but they made amends in midweek by hammering FC Copenhagen 4-0 in the Champions League.
While the scoreline didn’t do justice to the quality of attacking football on display, it was still the kind of performance Thomas Frank had promised and also one that included a Puskas-worthy goal from Micky van de Ven. Spurs went down to ten men, played even better afterwards, and it could’ve been Spurs’ biggest Champions League win if not for Richarlison’s missed penalty in stoppage time.
It was also something the home supporters much needed after enduring weeks of poor football. The Europa League champions haven’t won a single Premier League home game since the 3-0 opening-day win over Burnley, and that record will be weighing on them heavily.
As for Manchester United, the Europa League runners-up who lost their Champions League spot to Spurs last season, have found form again.
Ruben Amorim’s side went unbeaten through October, winning three of their last four games, including a 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Anfield. Their recent 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest at the weekend helped them climb to eighth, level on 17 points with Tottenham, only behind on goal difference.
What time does Tottenham Hotspur vs Man United kick off?
Location: London, England
Stadium: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Date: Saturday, 8 November 2025
Kick-off time: 12:30 pm BST
Referee: Sam Barrott
VAR: John Brooks
Tottenham vs Man United: Head-to-head record
The last time these two met was on that unforgettable night in Bilbao when Tottenham beat Manchester United 1-0 in the Europa League final under Ange Postecoglou, ending Spurs’ 17-year wait for silverware.
That victory capped off a remarkable run of dominance, as Spurs beat United in all four meetings last season. In fact, Manchester United are winless in their last seven encounters with Tottenham in all competitions; a streak that Thomas Frank will be determined to extend.
Tottenham team news
Mohammed Kudus missed the midweek clash with Copenhagen due to a minor knock, and Thomas Frank revealed it is touch-and-go whether he will face Man United.
Lucas Bergvall, however, will sit out after suffering a concussion early in the Chelsea game, following concussion protocols.
Tottenham still have a lengthy absentee list with Archie Gray, Ben Davies, Kota Takai, Yves Bissouma, James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski, Radu Dragusin, and Dominic Solanke all sidelined, although the latter two are expected to return after the international break.
On a brighter note, Cristian Romero, Wilson Odobert, and Destiny Udogie all made their comebacks and impressed in midweek.
Manchester United team news
The only confirmed absentee for the Red Devils remains Lisandro Martinez, who continues his recovery from a long-term ACL injury. Apart from that, Ruben Amorim has a fully fit squad to choose from.
Predicted Tottenham line-up
Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie; Palhinha, Bentancur, Simons; Johnson, Kolo Muani, Odobert.
There’s a chance Djed Spence could come in for either Pedro Porro or Destiny Udogie, while Rodrigo Bentancur, who was arguably Spurs’ best performer against Copenhagen, could start over Pape Matar Sarr. If there’s even the slightest doubt about Kudus’ fitness, expect Brennan Johnson to slot in.
Our prediction
Ruben Amorim has yet to taste victory against Tottenham since taking over at Manchester United and will be desperate to break that streak, especially after last season’s Europa League heartbreak.
United’s recent form will give them confidence, but Tottenham’s response in Europe might just have reignited their spark.
Thomas Frank’s men will want to channel that Champions League energy into their league form, particularly at home, where they’ve struggled for weeks.
Xavi Simons will be one to watch after his outstanding performance against Copenhagen; he was visibly frustrated to be subbed off due to Brennan Johnson’s red card and will be eager to prove he can replicate that level in the Premier League.
For United, Bryan Mbeumo, who was once Spurs’ top summer target before choosing Old Trafford, has been their standout player this season. His partnership with Bruno Fernandes and Matheus Cunha has been really important to United’s threat in their build-up and counters.
Predicted score: Tottenham 2-1 Manchester United
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