Burnley v Tottenham Match Previe

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03.11.2026 @ 04.34

Wednesday night will see Harry Redknapps Spurs try to see out a 4-1 lead in the second leg of the Carling Cup semi-final, as the team travel to Turf Moor. Burnley have beaten both Arsenal and Chelsea at their home ground on their path to the semi-finals, but Spurs hold a major advantage after coming back from 1-0 down to win by three goals in the first leg.Team NewsLedley King (hamstring), Heurelho Gomes (thigh), Vedran Corluka (thigh), Aaron Lennon https://www.hurricaneshere.c… (groin) and Jermaine Jenas (calf) are all set to mi s out after picking up injuries in recent weeks. Roman Pavlyuchenko was also stretchered off in Sundays match against Pompey, but is set to be in contention.In this afternoons pre-match pre s conference, Spurs bo s Redknapp revealed two players that will definately start. Ben Alnwick in goal and David Bentley at right wing. Harry has already stated that he does not have a whole lot of confidence in Cesar Sanchez, and will give Bentley a final chance before probably making a decision in regards to his future at the Lane. So, this is the likely way Harry will line up: AlnwickZokora Woodgate Dawson A sou-EkottoBentley Huddlestone Modric OHara PavDefoe Alnwickto be handed first-team debutAlthough, given the comfortable lead going into the fixture, I would give a few fringe players a chance, and play:AlnwickGunter Woodgate Dawson BaleBentley Huddlestone Modric Taarabt Giovani CampbellSaying that, it is vital that the Spurs team go out and do a profe sional job, and also get on the front foot early. The crowd will play a big part in the game, and they will drive Burnley on if they get in the game at all.My verdict: 1-1 https://www.hurricaneshere.c…