As we near the climax of October, the Premier League’s gripping narratives continue to unfold. Unbeaten Tottenham Hotspur, boasting a commendable nine-match streak without a loss this 2023-24 season, gears up for an intense London Derby showdown against Crystal Palace. With the stats heavily tilting in their favor, Spurs look confident, having secured victory in 15 of their last 16 league encounters against The Eagles.
The tale of two starkly contrasting teams becomes evident when examining recent form. The Eagles, unfortunately, have been encountering a scoring drought. With just a single goal in their past four outings, they currently hold the unenviable record of being tied for the second-fewest goals this EPL season. On the other hand, Tottenham, in a splendid show of defense, has kept their goal untouched this month, notching up clean-sheet victories against both Fulham and Luton Town.
Where to Catch the Action
For those keen on witnessing this London Derby:
- Date: Oct. 27, 2023
- Time: 3:00 p.m. ET
- Broadcast: NBC Sports 4K, and for our neighbors up north, Fubo Sports Network in Canada. Additionally, live streaming is available on Fubo.
Players to Watch
Since Harry Kane’s much-talked-about transfer to Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga, Son Heung-Min has risen to the occasion for Spurs. With a formidable seven goals in just nine matches this season, Son continues to be Tottenham’s beacon. Now in his ninth tenure with the team, the South Korean forward is on track to achieve his eighth consecutive season with double-digit goals. A standout feat, considering his remarkable 23-goal haul during the 2021-22 season.
However, Crystal Palace fans would fondly remember September 2021, the last time they had a taste of victory over Tottenham. In a game that witnessed Japhet Tanganga being shown a red card, The Eagles soared high with a 3-0 triumph at home. But the joy was short-lived. In the subsequent three encounters, Palace hasn’t been able to breach Tottenham’s defense, suffering an 8-0 aggregate deficit.
As the whistle blows on Oct. 27, it promises to be more than just a game. It’s a battle of pride, form, and historical records. Will Tottenham continue their dominance, or will Crystal Palace spring a surprise? The stage is set.