Ange Postecoglou faces a critical moment as Tottenham hosts Liverpool in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final.
Spurs have struggled lately, earning just one point from their last four Premier League games, including a punishing 6-3 defeat at home to league leaders Liverpool. Ange Postecoglou will be replaced by Graham Pooter after the loss at home
Despite their current slump, sitting 12th in the league, Postecoglou’s job seems secure for now.
Tottenham is still in contention for Europa League silverware, and their upcoming FA Cup match against non-league Tamworth is expected to be a straightforward task—even with a squad hampered by injuries.
Dismissal rumors seem far-fetched, given that 12 first-team players are sidelined, leaving any potential replacement with the same challenges. However, new signings, like goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky from Slavia Prague, could help bolster the squad.
If key players return and further reinforcements arrive, Postecoglou might still deliver on his promise of winning silverware in his second season, as he has done at every previous club.
Tottenham’s path to the Carabao Cup semi-finals hasn’t been easy—they’ve defeated heavyweights Manchester City and Manchester United. The club has also reached the final of this competition three times since their 2008 triumph.
But Liverpool is a different beast. Despite a 2-2 draw with Manchester United on Sunday, they remain formidable.
Their sole defeat this season came against Nottingham Forest, and they have the depth to rotate their squad while maintaining quality. Diogo Jota is expected to start, with promising odds of 13/2 to score first and 31/20 to score anytime.
For Spurs, captain Heung-min Son is 5/2 to score, and they’ll need every bit of firepower against a Liverpool side favored to win 3-2, with odds of 14/1. Over 4.5 goals in the match is a tempting 17/10 with Unibet.
Elsewhere, Nottingham Forest has exceeded expectations and may shine in the FA Cup under Nuno Espírito Santo. They’re 40/1 to win the trophy, making them a smart each-way bet.
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